[quote=MN3][quote]Note - Not planning to reuse bolts; just want to avoid having to drill/re-tap all of fasteners). [/quote]
You should def run a tap through the groves and inspect for wear
Years back, i took off a beam to replace the dolphin striker and discovered my beam bolts were loose and wobbly when threaded without the beam. Just typical wear and tear on a salt water cat, sailed hard and often (regardless of amount of after sail washes)
Ended up drilling out, and adding helicoils to every beam bolt hole on the boat (8). Also ran a die over the bolts and i seem to recall replacing them all (or some?) in the end too.
I highly recommend using lots of tef-gel after you clean the threads - the stuff lasts and works great and seems to eliminate bolts from freezing up if you use enough product - best stuff i have tried[/quote]
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