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hellosailor · 15-07-2007, 17:25

Sean-
I think I'd just get some compatible 1/4x20 studs, drill holes in the hull, weld 'em in nice and tight with a backing plate, and then be able to bolt on the zincs with a conventional drill hole and nut. (Maybe a Nylock?)

No welding needed after the initial mounts.

15-07-2007, 17:25	#4
hellosailor Registered User Join Date: Apr 2006 Posts: 3,993	Sean- I think I'd just get some compatible 1/4x20 studs, drill holes in the hull, weld 'em in nice and tight with a backing plate, and then be able to bolt on the zincs with a conventional drill hole and nut. (Maybe a Nylock?) No welding needed after the initial mounts.