Roof Vent
Flicka123
Reg. Dec 2010
Posted 2011-12-01 12:19 PM (#139235)
Subject: Roof Vent


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Location: TX		I have noticed that the roof vent installation kits there are screws instead of rivets. I am getting ready to install a new vent on my aluminum Sundowner. What size and type of screws should I use? I have the putty tape.
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gard
Reg. Aug 2007
Posted 2011-12-01 3:55 PM (#139245 - in reply to #139235)
Subject: RE: Roof Vent


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Location: western PA		I would use  8-32 round head SS screws with locking nuts and skin washers. A one inch length should be adequate,  unless you are going through a structural element. An angle grinder can easily cut the longer screws' tails after they are installed.
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whitewood
Reg. Jun 2009
Posted 2011-12-03 9:34 AM (#139283 - in reply to #139235)
Subject: RE: Roof Vent


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Location: rapid city sd		I would use 3/16  aluminum pop rivets 5/8 inch long. Look at what the factory used if you get a chance
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