Wednesday, July 26, 2023

Wood Screw Installation Tips

 26 Jul 23:

A few tips for installing silicon bronze Frearson head wood screws. We use a Fuller combination pilot drill and countersink. For this install we drilled a marker hole then swiveled the eyestrap out of the way to get a little deeper. It is important to drill at least a pilot, as without it there is a good chance to strip out the soft bronze.



Fuller Countersink bit available from the WoodenBoat Store.

Video: https://youtu.be/B8fq4ngkyNY

We must apologize for the crusty appearance of ST. JACQUES, she still has Florida scum on her and PODS grime. We remedied that situation with a freshwater rinse and some TILEX. Skipper mostly played with the water vs doing actual work. Once it cools off ST. JACQUES is due for some hurricane repairs (cosmetic) and a recoat. We're in discussion with George Kirby and his fabulous paint company to create a fancy paint color for the interior, something with a little more cream than the current Oyster White. Maybe it will hide scum and grime better :)

Discussions with George go something like this... 

Us: "Hey George, can you make us some fancy paint?" 

George: "Sure."

Us: "Okay, we'll send you some info."

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