I have several threads that need reparing where the tent attaches to the top, the boss with the thread in has pulled out in seceral places! I intend to take toe top off repair the bamage with Arldite and drill new holes for the screws to tap into. Has anyone had this problem any advice would be helpfull. Many thanks.
Gozza
tent fixing threads
Moderator: Muzorewa
Re: tent fixing threads
Yup, its a common problem see here http://www.igmaynard.co.uk/bongo/forum/ ... =3&t=31554
Watch out when you attempt to undo the screws they use Loctite on the threads so a strong constant torque on the screw is needed, so make sure you use the correct screwdriver and rather than jerking it keep up a constant pressure until they start to turn. Also worth trying to wedge each boss in place whilst the araldite sets to make sure its really well home in the hole! I used some garden canes last time around, trimmed to length as needed.
Watch out when you attempt to undo the screws they use Loctite on the threads so a strong constant torque on the screw is needed, so make sure you use the correct screwdriver and rather than jerking it keep up a constant pressure until they start to turn. Also worth trying to wedge each boss in place whilst the araldite sets to make sure its really well home in the hole! I used some garden canes last time around, trimmed to length as needed.
Geoff
2001 Aero V6, AFT, full side conversion.
2001 Aero V6, AFT, full side conversion.
Re: tent fixing threads
Many thanks thats very helpfull will give it a go when weather gets a bit warmer. 
Re: tent fixing threads
Aye - araldite works a treat
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Re: tent fixing threads
I used araldite. It was a really easy.