Scotty Downrigger Locks
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scott craven
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I am using those locks, and i think they are a deterrent
however, the stainless they are made of is questionable as they
are rusting. Also had a problem with one getting the key into
the brass tumbler due to corrosion.
however, the stainless they are made of is questionable as they
are rusting. Also had a problem with one getting the key into
the brass tumbler due to corrosion.
scott craven
Well-Known Member
I am using those locks, and i think they are a deterrent
however, the stainless they are made of is questionable as they
are rusting. Also had a problem with one getting the key into
the brass tumbler due to corrosion.
however, the stainless they are made of is questionable as they
are rusting. Also had a problem with one getting the key into
the brass tumbler due to corrosion.
TenMile
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I like the idea of the hex bolts rather than these locks. I've had the locks on for less than 1 year and three of them have seized solid. Most certainly you need to lube them -- I'd suggest that white lithium spray lube. The rubber covers are not UV stabilized and will rot off in less than a year (mine did). I was able to get 3 of the locks working again with PB Blaster (it's the stuff the muffler shops use to loosen bolts).
One of the stupid things with these locks is the keys. For 2 riggers you get 4 locks and 4 different keys. Problem is, all the keys are different and they are extremely flimsy and while the keys are numbered, the locks aren't. So, when you have a sticky lock and no idea which key works it can be an extremely frustrating exercise trying to get the riggers off. I ended up having to use a saws-all and cut the plastic tabs off the head of the fastener to get the lock with the broken key off.
I now need to fasten my riggers to the boat again -- any idea where to get Stainless hex bolts?
One of the stupid things with these locks is the keys. For 2 riggers you get 4 locks and 4 different keys. Problem is, all the keys are different and they are extremely flimsy and while the keys are numbered, the locks aren't. So, when you have a sticky lock and no idea which key works it can be an extremely frustrating exercise trying to get the riggers off. I ended up having to use a saws-all and cut the plastic tabs off the head of the fastener to get the lock with the broken key off.
I now need to fasten my riggers to the boat again -- any idea where to get Stainless hex bolts?
TenMile
Well-Known Member
I like the idea of the hex bolts rather than these locks. I've had the locks on for less than 1 year and three of them have seized solid. Most certainly you need to lube them -- I'd suggest that white lithium spray lube. The rubber covers are not UV stabilized and will rot off in less than a year (mine did). I was able to get 3 of the locks working again with PB Blaster (it's the stuff the muffler shops use to loosen bolts).
One of the stupid things with these locks is the keys. For 2 riggers you get 4 locks and 4 different keys. Problem is, all the keys are different and they are extremely flimsy and while the keys are numbered, the locks aren't. So, when you have a sticky lock and no idea which key works it can be an extremely frustrating exercise trying to get the riggers off. I ended up having to use a saws-all and cut the plastic tabs off the head of the fastener to get the lock with the broken key off.
I now need to fasten my riggers to the boat again -- any idea where to get Stainless hex bolts?
One of the stupid things with these locks is the keys. For 2 riggers you get 4 locks and 4 different keys. Problem is, all the keys are different and they are extremely flimsy and while the keys are numbered, the locks aren't. So, when you have a sticky lock and no idea which key works it can be an extremely frustrating exercise trying to get the riggers off. I ended up having to use a saws-all and cut the plastic tabs off the head of the fastener to get the lock with the broken key off.
I now need to fasten my riggers to the boat again -- any idea where to get Stainless hex bolts?
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dragonballs
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i agree the locks are a a pain in the *^*& to keep working but they keep the quick thief from taking them off your boat while your having a burger somewhere. try fastenal for stainless bolts.
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dragonballs
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i agree the locks are a a pain in the *^*& to keep working but they keep the quick thief from taking them off your boat while your having a burger somewhere. try fastenal for stainless bolts.
Can Tire has bulk bins of SS bolts, as well as West Marine, Trotac and Capital Iron.
Can Tire has bulk bins of SS bolts, as well as West Marine, Trotac and Capital Iron.
Fins -n- Skins
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Like Wolf said lube them up before you put them on. One was not working so back to Scotty it went. Like all new products, they are always working on ways to improve there products, and welcome any ideas..
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Fins -n- Skins
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Like Wolf said lube them up before you put them on. One was not working so back to Scotty it went. Like all new products, they are always working on ways to improve there products, and welcome any ideas..
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quote:Originally posted by Highliner
quote:Originally posted by Gypseas
I use bolts like these ones and after they're installed I've drilled the allen key part so you have to put a lot of effort to take them out
cheers
So what happens if you ever want to get them off?
Highliner
When I did it with countersunk allens, and drilled out the holes out, I had no trouble getting them out with a Canadian Tire Screw extractor. And I had red loc-tite on them too.
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