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11-16-2013, 02:19 PM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Feb 2007
Location: Winfield
Posts: 7,327
M.O.C. #6846
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Loose Fender Screws?
On our previous rig (3750) and the new rig (3850), we have experienced the common malady of the screws that hold the fenders on constantly working loose. We have already lost one on the new rig, so I have been pondering how to remedy this situation, and I think I have finally stumbled upon the solution. The nuts and bolts aisle at Lowes has specialty items that are typically found in large cabinets with pull-out drawers. One of these drawers contains automotive style flat square speed nuts (spring nuts) that seem to be the ideal solution. I bought a few packs and spent about ten minutes putting them on the back of the fender screws. The results could be felt instantly. since you can actually feel the resistance when the screws are tightened. I think this will be a long-lasting fix, but time will tell. Here is a pic of the type fastener that I used:
Bingo
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11-16-2013, 02:54 PM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Jan 2004
Location: Troy
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Quick and easy fix Bingo, thanks for sharing. I used small pieces of wood inside, but those nuts look like they won't come loose.
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11-16-2013, 02:57 PM
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Montana Master
Join Date: May 2011
Location: Fayetteville
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Like it! Will do the same!
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11-16-2013, 03:29 PM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Apr 2013
Location: Arroyo City
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I will check into that tomorrow, or the next day
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11-16-2013, 03:35 PM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Feb 2007
Location: Fayetteville
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M.O.C. #6831
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I use the same auto flat screws. I had a couple of screws loose and this appear to be the ticket.
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11-16-2013, 03:38 PM
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Montana Fan
Join Date: Nov 2010
Location: Terrell
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M.O.C. #10881
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As I lose the screws I have been replacing them with bolts, lock washers and nuts.
Does anyone see a problem with this ?
Thanks
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11-16-2013, 03:44 PM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Feb 2007
Location: Winfield
Posts: 7,327
M.O.C. #6846
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No problem Joe! Many have done just as you. With the Big Sky, though (at least ours), the fender screws appear to have been painted as part of the full body paint. With the tightening that I did, I can tell the difference as the centers of some of the screws are now metallic versus the black. I will be dabbing some touch-up paint on the screws that are not fully black and hope that is the last maintenance they will need.
Bingo
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11-17-2013, 01:21 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Oct 2009
Location: Navarre
Posts: 1,527
M.O.C. #9765
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NO WAY can I pass this one up.
George,
I know a quite few former SF troops with a couple of screws loose.
Mike
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11-17-2013, 03:01 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Jun 2010
Location: Colorado Springs
Posts: 3,335
M.O.C. #10496
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I was waiting for someone to seize this opportunity... shoulda known it would be you Mike!
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2010 3150RL
LevelUp, Dual 6 volt batteries, Progressive Industries EMS HW50C, Honda EU2000i Generator, Bridgestone Duravis R250 tires, Torklift Glowstep Revolution Stairs, LED Tail lights
2015 RAM 3500 Laramie SRW LB CC Cummins 6.7L Aisin Trans B&W RVK3600
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11-17-2013, 03:09 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Jun 2010
Location: Colorado Springs
Posts: 3,335
M.O.C. #10496
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Interesting timing on your post Bingo...
I just had to replace a missing fender screw. I had to paint the head since I couldn't find any that were already painted. I like the idea of the spring nuts. Gonna get me some!
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2010 3150RL
LevelUp, Dual 6 volt batteries, Progressive Industries EMS HW50C, Honda EU2000i Generator, Bridgestone Duravis R250 tires, Torklift Glowstep Revolution Stairs, LED Tail lights
2015 RAM 3500 Laramie SRW LB CC Cummins 6.7L Aisin Trans B&W RVK3600
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11-17-2013, 03:35 AM
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Site Team
Join Date: Jun 2011
Location: Wilsey
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Yup, that's another one of why didn't I think of that. Have used them for similar things for years and it never occurred to me to use them here. Thanks Bingo!
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11-17-2013, 06:38 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: May 2010
Location: Tampa
Posts: 532
M.O.C. #10378
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Coming back from last trip I noticed the fenders flapping a little too much. I went with bolts and Nyloc nuts. All of my screws were loose and two were stripped. Spray painted the heads white with appliance epoxy before replacing. Yea, I too have a few screws loose.
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11-17-2013, 06:40 AM
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Montana Fan
Join Date: Apr 2010
Location: Kettle Falls
Posts: 363
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Quote:
quote:Originally posted by HOOK
Like it! Will do the same!
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Larry,
Always knew you had a few loose screws!
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11-17-2013, 06:43 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Nov 2007
Location: Atlanta
Posts: 908
M.O.C. #7915
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Quote:
quote:Originally posted by Joe in Texas
As I lose the screws I have been replacing them with bolts, lock washers and nuts.
Does anyone see a problem with this ?
Thanks
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That's what I did with our 3400RL.
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11-17-2013, 11:14 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Feb 2007
Location: Fayetteville
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M.O.C. #6831
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11-17-2013, 03:32 PM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Dec 2011
Location: Roswell
Posts: 627
M.O.C. #12028
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I put a dab of RTV sealant(orange) on the inside of protruding screw, do all in 1 minute, never had one come loose or lost one. Simple and easy
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11-18-2013, 01:18 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Jan 2005
Location: Goshen
Posts: 1,058
M.O.C. #2827
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Bingo, those are exactly what I used 3 or 4 years ago on screws. Why I did not post the same original post you did.......I don't have a clue?
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11-18-2013, 02:15 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Jan 2012
Location: Copperas Cove
Posts: 1,426
M.O.C. #12096
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Hmmmm gonna have to check into this fix, right now I just carry a screw driver in the cab and when traveling I go around and check them from time to time. Amazing how quick they loosen.
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11-18-2013, 02:56 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Jan 2005
Location: North Ridgeville
Posts: 20,229
M.O.C. #2839
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Same here. Lost all of them over time on our 063400 and two on our first trip with the 13 3402. Just another one of those "minor" problems. Replaced all of them with Bingo's fix.
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11-18-2013, 04:10 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Aug 2009
Location: Grand Rapids
Posts: 1,896
M.O.C. #9561
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i just screw them back in...if i can find them, and add a little caulking. works fine.
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