Reel Repair by Alan Tani

Quote from: jgp12000 on December 06, 2024, 12:31:39 AMI got 3 words "712" Penn.

That is a classic

Quote from: JasonGotaProblem on December 05, 2024, 06:36:23 PMAnyone got a good saltwater proof tape measure?

Get a 5 ft. taylor's soft tape.  They're really inexpensive too.

One more note:  I am not sure if there is a standard for thread geometry and pitch for thread forming screws like these.  If so, best to use the original thread screw or official replacement part if possible.

-J

Quote from: Brewcrafter on December 06, 2024, 04:37:53 AMI have also referred to them as sheet metal screws. - john

Quote from: ReelClean on December 06, 2024, 04:41:15 AMPanhead SS self tappers down here.

1. Sheet metal screws have a tighter thread pitch, a different thread geometry, and a pointed tip.  Sheet metal screws are technically thread rolling screws,  as rolling (using the sheet metal working term) is how the thread is shaped in the sheet metal hole.

2. Thread forming screws squeeze the plastic around the screw thread to form the female threads, forming the plastic into the thread shape in 3D, without any cutting to remove  material, and minimizing any surface deformation.

3. "Self-tapping" is a generic term for any type of screw that does not require a hole  with female threads.

I am nitpicking here because this is important for work on reels with plastic parts. When you are putting screws into plastic holes without threaded inserts, the only proper screw type is a thread forming screw.

-J

Panhead SS self tappers down here.

I have also referred to them as sheet metal screws. - john

Thanks! 

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Sweet!!!!! - john