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Chum_lee
May 04, 2018Explorer
D.E.Bishop wrote:Chum lee wrote:
Since you have a choice when you buy the replacement bolt, whatever size you decide, I would suggest that you buy a grade 8 bolt instead of a softer bolt since it is loaded in shear and subject to rotational wear. Common hardware fasteners aren't the best choice. Reaming/drilling out the existing holes to a consistent size/clearance would also be a plus if you want the repair to last and rotate cleanly.
Chum lee
Isn't that pretty much what I said in describing the possible ways of doing it. I believe Kwikee used mild steel in building the steps and the rivets are mild steel.
Yes very true, they are mild steel. And now you know how long the original rivets last. If that is acceptable, replace the rivet with like and kind.
Chum lee
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