One of the snaps for my cockpit cover has pulled out of the fiberglass. This has also mad the screw hole now quite large. Any ideas on an easy repair? I thought maybe a bigger screw but I don't think a bigger one will seat on the male head of the snap.
snap question
- Thread starter NVERL8
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MExcelsior
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There are oversized stud snaps that can be purchased. Make head is same size, but screw is larger.
- May 14, 2008
- 3,541
- Boat Info
- 1988 390 EC
- Engines
- 454 Mercruiser Gassers
I had this happen a few years ago. I just put in one of those plastic drywall anchors and trimmed it off flush and it is still holding today. I know that some here will cringe at this solution, but I needed a quick fix and you cannot tell the difference.
bbwhitejr
Well-Known Member
+1
This is exactly what I did. I believe I found them online at Harvard Marine.
Bennett
Captain Allen
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- Feb 2, 2009
- 356
- Boat Info
- 370 EC 1994
- Engines
- 454 Mercruisers, straight drives
I did the same thing an it works. Been holding for 3-4 yeas Use the smallest drywall anchor you can and trim off the flange.
brewster16
Well-Known Member
Marine Tex the hole and re-drill when fully cured
Black Valkyrie
Active Member
I used this - filled the hole and then screwed the snap retainer back in place...
https://www.permatex.com/products/adhesives-sealants/permatex-water-bond/
https://www.permatex.com/products/adhesives-sealants/permatex-water-bond/
Z-Worthy
Active Member
Standards are #8 screws. Find some #10s (they're readily available online but I never found them anywhere in person). I think I bought a 5 or 10 pack from Amazon. Watch your lengths though; you don't want to go through something important with too long of a screw!
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tony357
New Member
can you get to back of it under gunnel ? Use pop rivet with washer on back. make sure you use aluminum pop rivet or it will rust.
