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deck bolt question

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What is the bolt on the lower left for ? Its on the rail .
Thanks David
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Re: deck bolt question

Post by GlennV »

Hi David,

These bolts (there is 1 on each side) hold the surfshield in place during heavy water conditions.

Normally before you encounter bad weather, you flip the surfshield forward, slide the 2 u-formed plates behind these bolts and then you secure the surfshield with the 2 wingbolts.

This is a fixed bolt ! If you want i can measure the distance it sticks out of the side rail , so you can weld it on the inside of the hull.

Best regards,
Glenn
Ford GPA - SN 5892 - DOD Jan 14 1943
Willys MB - SN 456307 - DOD July 30 1945
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Re: deck bolt question

Post by David Welch »

Thank you-- those measurements would be helpful.
If you look at the picture it has deck screws (1/4 x 20) holding the light brackets down.
My early GPA 1359 uses ( 5/16 x 18). Also what is correct for the capstan?
Thanks David
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Re: deck bolt question

Post by GlennV »

Hi David,

the height between the side rail and the underside of the bolt = approx. 7 mm or approx. 9/32 "

here is a closeup of the bolt :
Image

and a picture of the brachet that slides under the bolt :
Image

Concerning the bolts, i think 5/16" screws are used for the light brackets on all GPA's and the rest = 1/4".

hope this helps, best regards,
Glenn
Ford GPA - SN 5892 - DOD Jan 14 1943
Willys MB - SN 456307 - DOD July 30 1945
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