Adam,

I’m 99.999% certain that you will find that your toenail is bolted down using 
1/4-20 Phillips Oval Head (machine) screws. Length dependent on your hull/deck 
joint. IN the U.S. I buy them in bulk from McMaster-Carr. Much cheaper that 
way. When I was in Melbourne last I didn’t run across any hardware stores so 
dunno…. ;-)

I suspect that as I found, 80/85% of all fasteners that I removed from my 
topsides were that size bolt.

I’m on my way to my boat to continue working on installing new lifeline 
stanchions and will measure just to be absolutely sure.

Stay tuned.

Regards,
Dave Godwin
1982 C&C 37 - Ronin
Reedville - Chesapeake Bay
Ronin’s Overdue Refit <http://roninrebuild.blogspot.com/>

> On May 30, 2020, at 4:57 AM, Adam Johnson via CnC-List 
> <[email protected]> wrote:
> 
> Hello all, 
> 
> I am currently stuck in lock down a long way from where my new to me C&C 32 
> is moored hence seeking information to plan out some spring jobs when I can 
> finally get back. Leaking toe rail bolts from midships to stern on both 
> sides, many showing heavy corrosion. Will attempt tightening however some 
> really need to be replaced. Anyone know the type of bolt used i.e. size, min 
> length etc and good online source to order from? Assume I'm going to need 
> 30-40 of them. 
> 
> Secondly - assuming i dont lift the rail, any view on best sealant to use on 
> new bolts going in or for those needing some new sealant? I have sourced some 
> butyl tape from maine sail in the US plus have access to sika products here.
> 
> Thanks!
> 
> Adam Johnson
> '84 C&C 32 
> Melbourne, Australia
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