Over-engineered and overpriced weight blocks

[johndiver999]

It's very cool you have metal working skills and resources. You will probably find many other applications if you keep looking. Why not build a couple of really cool reels from stainless steel and maybe pvc scrap?

Several thin narrow plates that bolt, stacked up into the slot, would seem cool, so you can adjust ballast as necessary?

 

[Manatee Diver]

I don’t know how thread locker does in salt water, so I did avoid using any thread fluids. I figured “real snug” should do the trick, but I’ll consider putting a spring washer if I see any issues.

Loctite works fine but the materials often need the Loctite primer as marine grade stainless steel should be passivated. The passivation process removes any active metals that allow Loctite to work.

 

[grantmac]

You can also use Lanocote which prevents seizing, galling and is just sticky enough to keep bolts from loosening before you require it.

 

[greeniguana]

Stainless nut + stainless bolt + saltwater never ends well for me.

 

[lostsheep]

I suppose you’re right… just custom DIY weight blocks so I can put the weight where I wanted.

Just screwing with you a bit, good deal. FWIW I am a machinist as well. Be careful who you tell you have a mill or you'll find yourself doing all kinds of random stuff

 

[Allen-1]

Just screwing with you a bit, good deal. FWIW I am a machinist as well. Be careful who you tell you have a mill or you'll find yourself doing all kinds of random stuff

"QFTMFT"

Same goes for pickup truck, landscape trailer, ladders...

 

[johndiver999]

Stainless nut + stainless bolt + saltwater never ends well for me.

Geezz.. Try putting a boat in salt water with innumerable electrical connections.