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Author Topic: SSP Frame Bolt Rotten Help identify  (Read 3799 times)

btkettle

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SSP Frame Bolt Rotten Help identify
« on: June 06, 2024, 05:39:38 AM »
Hello! I have an issue with the frame on my SSP. The bolt holding the bottom frame in place has completely rusted out. I need help identifying what type of bolt to order to get the frame stable again. Pictures included. Also anyone interested in this Kettle. I am in Omaha NE and am looking to have it go to a happy home!
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cubalz

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Re: SSP Frame Bolt Rotten Help identify
« Reply #1 on: June 06, 2024, 06:29:01 AM »
It is the star nut. You can bust it out as it is a friction fit using a screwdriver and hammer. Buy new ones on McMaster Carr. Look up Tube connecting nut for 0.87" - 0.9" tube ID with 1/4-20 thread. I use a nut setting tool for bicycles, but you can use a 1/4 -/20 bolt
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swamprb

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Re: SSP Frame Bolt Rotten Help identify
« Reply #2 on: June 06, 2024, 06:05:31 PM »
Use all thread rod


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jcnaz

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Re: SSP Frame Bolt Rotten Help identify
« Reply #3 on: June 09, 2024, 10:24:12 AM »
Quote from: swamprb on June 06, 2024, 06:05:31 PM
Use all thread rod


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HankB

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Re: SSP Frame Bolt Rotten Help identify
« Reply #4 on: June 12, 2024, 03:27:55 PM »
If I had better search skills, I would have found this post before starting https://weberkettleclub.com/forums/index.php/topic,51758.0.html

I'm dealing with the same issue. The star nuts are rusted away and the bolts need replacing. I measured the ones that came out and they were (as near as I can tell) 1 3/4" x 1/4-20 thread bolts.
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