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How to Fasten Bunk Brackets With U Bolts?
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<blockquote data-quote="minuteman62-64" data-source="post: 412718" data-attributes="member: 15157"><p>My bunk brackets are currently fastened to 3" channel cross members by bolts through holes in the channels. The locations of the holes in the cross members don't sync with the reinforcing ribs on the (flat) bottom of my boat - I end up either with one bunk under a rib and the other on the flat hull or the boat off center. So, I want to move the brackets slightly so the bunks miss the ribs when the boat is centered.</p><p></p><p>I'm looking at "U" bolts to fasten the brackets in the new positions. However, I'm not sure how to set the "U" bolts and brackets. Closed end of "U" to open side of channel with bracket on flat side? Reversed? Any kind of support needed over open end of channel where "U" bolt would bear? Other?</p><p></p><p>I know I could just drill new holes in the channel. But, these days it's a PITA for me to get down there and do drilling that doesn't involve a drill press. Also, since the trailer is galvanized, and strictly salt water use, drilling holes seems like an invitation to start rusting.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="minuteman62-64, post: 412718, member: 15157"] My bunk brackets are currently fastened to 3" channel cross members by bolts through holes in the channels. The locations of the holes in the cross members don't sync with the reinforcing ribs on the (flat) bottom of my boat - I end up either with one bunk under a rib and the other on the flat hull or the boat off center. So, I want to move the brackets slightly so the bunks miss the ribs when the boat is centered. I'm looking at "U" bolts to fasten the brackets in the new positions. However, I'm not sure how to set the "U" bolts and brackets. Closed end of "U" to open side of channel with bracket on flat side? Reversed? Any kind of support needed over open end of channel where "U" bolt would bear? Other? I know I could just drill new holes in the channel. But, these days it's a PITA for me to get down there and do drilling that doesn't involve a drill press. Also, since the trailer is galvanized, and strictly salt water use, drilling holes seems like an invitation to start rusting. [/QUOTE]
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