DIY sex bolts

[HenrikBP]

I used SS flat head screws and a set of the DSS Delrin nuts:

https://www.deepseasupply.com/index.php?product=51

The flat head screws fit nicely into the grommets of my Oxycheq Mach V wing so the tank doesn't "ride" on top of the screws.

I may have more of the screws as I bought a batch from McMaster. If I do I'd be happy send you a set.

I'll chime back in tonight when I've had a chance to look.

I've also used Zeagle "assembly" screws, which is basically plastic book screws. They're a little pricy for what they are though. I think about $2.60 per set from Scubatoys.

Henrik

 

[Mike Boswell]

To hold the wing on the plate I use two 3/8" x 3/4" SS Carriage bolts with SS wing nuts, they sell them at Lowes - overkill but works great.

Note: For your own safety, DO NOT walk into a harware store, approach a young woman clerk, and ask for "Sex Bolts".

 

[Brewone0to]

At 10=12 USD per set, the cost of a few of them doesn't even come to mind when I look at set=up cost for a new rig.
Basically, what I'm saying is that if I want SexBolts, I'll have them.(and I do)
This same rule applies to any new fins I aquire, in that they will not touch water until they have spring straps on them.

 

[HenrikBP]

Couv; I only have one of those bolts. They're 5/16-18 x 3/4" Flat socket cap screw 316 stainless.

McMaster Part Number: 90585A581

I'd be happy to send you the one I have.

Henrik

 

[Couv]

That is very kind of you, Henrik; but it was the info I needed; I'm up here in an office away from my gear and hardware trying to sort out what parts I'll need. The info you gave me is exactly what I was looking for.

Thank you,

Couv

 

[Couv]

At 10=12 USD per set, the cost of a few of them doesn't even come to mind when I look at set=up cost for a new rig.
Basically, what I'm saying is that if I want SexBolts, I'll have them.(and I do)
This same rule applies to any new fins I aquire, in that they will not touch water until they have spring straps on them.

But that's why you can't afford a mask.

Brewone, this is the DIY section, and I just had to say that.

Couv

 

[wes_wall]

Also search the term "Chicago Screws."

 

[wes_wall]

Also known as Barrel bolts, Chicago Screws, and many other names.

 

[zahgurim]

I use bicycle chainring bolts. They work very well.

You get a set of 5 for about $10-25, depending on their material and bike shop you hit.
Be sure to get titanium, stainless steel or anodized alu, instead of cheap steel that'll rust.

 

[cmburch]

I came across this picture of book screws:

Backplate and Wings - Backplate Accessories - Bookscrews - Sex Bolts - Northeast Scuba Supply