Bobby Buggs Posted March 1, 2015 Report Share Posted March 1, 2015 I noticed a couple times now the screws in my back heel have come loose. That has not happened to me since 2002. Years ago I got stainless replacement screws but I cant remember the size #s. Any help out there? and should I be replacing the insert too? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lowrider Posted March 1, 2015 Report Share Posted March 1, 2015 Disassemble inspect, replace parts as deemed necessary to restore to 100% Inside that boot is like a poultice as it gets wet and then repeatedly dries. Any sign of rust or corrosion ( in the case of stainless fasteners ) on the screws I would replace them. Unless you used a torque measuring device the first time you tightened them you need to recheck them after a short period of use . Not sure if 12 years fits into that time line ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bobby Buggs Posted March 1, 2015 Author Report Share Posted March 1, 2015 Sorry for my confusion, 2002 was my Raichle boots. Im hoping someone can tell me the exact screw style or part # they did back then. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pat Donnelly Posted March 1, 2015 Report Share Posted March 1, 2015 (edited) Buggs, Go to www.alpinecarving.com and click on PARTS for what you need. I used stainless bolts on my heels along with a few wraps of Teflon thread tape. You will also find sources (like McMaster's) from where to order from. Edited March 1, 2015 by Pat Donnelly 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boidy77 Posted March 3, 2015 Report Share Posted March 3, 2015 this might also help...where I buy my spares www.carversparadise.com check under spare parts for hard boots Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jp1 Posted March 4, 2015 Report Share Posted March 4, 2015 Buggs, not having a 'Thread Pitch Gauge', I'd suggest removing one of the screws and take it to a 'good' hardware store (or Industrial Supply) to check for size and proper thread pitch. They may have a 'Thread Pitch Gauge' to check it with. If not, thread the screw into a nut (guessing between 4-6mm ?) Find the one that it screws all the way into with no resistance. This should tell you the size needed. If they do not have the style or material screw you need, check McMaster Carr, Grainger, Fastenal, etc. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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