[TenTec] HELP with broken off screw threads

[Mike Bryce]

Those standoffs are know as PEM Fasteners. A .213 hole is punched for the 6-32 series and then a 2-3 ton press is used to press the fastener into the aluminum. 

These are also known a clinch fasteners, but PEM is the granddaddy of the all.

Mike, WB8VGE


Mike Bryce
prosolar at sssnet.com



> On Dec 24, 2016, at 10:17 AM, Barry N1EU <barry.n1eu at gmail.com> wrote:
> 
> Thanks Tom.  It looks like Harbor Freight has a set that might work.
> 
> Does anybody know exactly how those mounting posts are set in place?  I'm
> wondering if it might be possible to just replace the mounting post.
> 
> 73, Barry N1EU
> 
> On Sat, Dec 24, 2016 at 3:09 PM, Tom Hellem <tom.hellem at gmail.com> wrote:
> 
>> Barry-
>> I would use an "Easy-Out".
>> They are available at most any auto supply store or
>> tool dealer. How to use them is pretty self explanatory
>> once you have a look at one. Only involves drilling a hole,
>> then turning the easy-out with a tap wrench or such.
>> 
>> Tom
>> K0SN
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