I bought some new bolts, specificly the Thunder 7/8" bolts, and I notice the heads are tiny.
And it seems to be the case with alot of brands... Its terrible.
Why?
1. Trucks will loosen up quicker
2. Will dig deep into the griptape when you need to re-tighten, which u will need to do, 100%.
Indy bolts for lyfe
Speaking of bolts, head size, etc...
Am I the only one annoyed by the grip bunching up around the bolt if you try to get the bolt close to fllush? Doesn't happen all the time, but with common bolts and Mob, it was happening to me all the time.
So what I do now is pre-mount my trucks before gripping, so the bolt sucks into the wood like it would normally when you set up a board, it creates a chamfer to the hole. Take the trucks off and grip the board, the grip kinda sinks into the chamfer better when you do it beforehand. Then when you mount your trucks again, the bolts seat nicely and grip doesn't pucker nearly as much.
I know that seems "extra"... but when combined with a larger head bolt like Vintagebody is talking about, it hasn't failed me in my last 7 or 8 decks.
Speaking of bolts, head size, etc...i just tighten down the nuts instead of the phillips heads and have no problems
Am I the only one annoyed by the grip bunching up around the bolt if you try to get the bolt close to fllush? Doesn't happen all the time, but with common bolts and Mob, it was happening to me all the time.
So what I do now is pre-mount my trucks before gripping, so the bolt sucks into the wood like it would normally when you set up a board, it creates a chamfer to the hole. Take the trucks off and grip the board, the grip kinda sinks into the chamfer better when you do it beforehand. Then when you mount your trucks again, the bolts seat nicely and grip doesn't pucker nearly as much.
I know that seems "extra"... but when combined with a larger head bolt like Vintagebody is talking about, it hasn't failed me in my last 7 or 8 decks.
I'm actually the opposite. I prefer the smaller bolt head. Strictly for the look down factor. That's why I like diamond hardware. 7/8 Allen. Doesn't seem to loosen up any faster than a fat head.
I'm actually the opposite. I prefer the smaller bolt head. Strictly for the look down factor. That's why I like diamond hardware. 7/8 Allen. Doesn't seem to loosen up any faster than a fat head.
i just tighten down the nuts instead of the phillips heads and have no problemsExpand QuoteSpeaking of bolts, head size, etc...
Am I the only one annoyed by the grip bunching up around the bolt if you try to get the bolt close to fllush? Doesn't happen all the time, but with common bolts and Mob, it was happening to me all the time.
So what I do now is pre-mount my trucks before gripping, so the bolt sucks into the wood like it would normally when you set up a board, it creates a chamfer to the hole. Take the trucks off and grip the board, the grip kinda sinks into the chamfer better when you do it beforehand. Then when you mount your trucks again, the bolts seat nicely and grip doesn't pucker nearly as much.
I know that seems "extra"... but when combined with a larger head bolt like Vintagebody is talking about, it hasn't failed me in my last 7 or 8 decks.[close]
I bought some new bolts, specificly the Thunder 7/8" bolts, and I notice the heads are tiny.
And it seems to be the case with alot of brands... Its terrible.
Why?
1. Trucks will loosen up quicker
2. Will dig deep into the griptape when you need to re-tighten, which u will need to do, 100%.
Indy bolts for lyfe
You're all nuts with the exception of this guy:Expand QuoteI'm actually the opposite. I prefer the smaller bolt head. Strictly for the look down factor. That's why I like diamond hardware. 7/8 Allen. Doesn't seem to loosen up any faster than a fat head.[close]
Shortys 7/8 allen lights forever.
You're all nuts with the exception of this guy:Expand QuoteI'm actually the opposite. I prefer the smaller bolt head. Strictly for the look down factor. That's why I like diamond hardware. 7/8 Allen. Doesn't seem to loosen up any faster than a fat head.[close]
Shortys 7/8 allen lights forever.
I once bought creature bolts, so much green paint on them they were nearly double in thickness, OP should try those.
the past two years i've thought about this more than a man should. i like smaller heads just for the look, they tend to sit flush with the deck better. your bolts are gonna loosen up not matter what
as far as having the bolts dig into the deck which is called counter sinking, you should use the screw driver or allen wrench to hold the bolt in place and tighten from the side the nut is on. you will also avoid bunching up the grip around the head of the bolt as well.
Speaking of bolts, head size, etc...
Am I the only one annoyed by the grip bunching up around the bolt if you try to get the bolt close to fllush? Doesn't happen all the time, but with common bolts and Mob, it was happening to me all the time.
So what I do now is pre-mount my trucks before gripping, so the bolt sucks into the wood like it would normally when you set up a board, it creates a chamfer to the hole. Take the trucks off and grip the board, the grip kinda sinks into the chamfer better when you do it beforehand. Then when you mount your trucks again, the bolts seat nicely and grip doesn't pucker nearly as much.
I know that seems "extra"... but when combined with a larger head bolt like Vintagebody is talking about, it hasn't failed me in my last 7 or 8 decks.
Love the junk science in Slap threads lol. Said this before but drop of glue on the nuts when mounting... save yourself the bother of loose baseplates...Shalom science
Love the junk science in Slap threads lol. Said this before but drop of glue on the nuts when mounting... save yourself the bother of loose baseplates...
Expand QuoteSpeaking of bolts, head size, etc...
Am I the only one annoyed by the grip bunching up around the bolt if you try to get the bolt close to fllush? Doesn't happen all the time, but with common bolts and Mob, it was happening to me all the time.
So what I do now is pre-mount my trucks before gripping, so the bolt sucks into the wood like it would normally when you set up a board, it creates a chamfer to the hole. Take the trucks off and grip the board, the grip kinda sinks into the chamfer better when you do it beforehand. Then when you mount your trucks again, the bolts seat nicely and grip doesn't pucker nearly as much.
I know that seems "extra"... but when combined with a larger head bolt like Vintagebody is talking about, it hasn't failed me in my last 7 or 8 decks.[close]
this also bums me out.
i grip, poke holes & then use a big Phillips to clean up the holes.
also don't spin bolt.
Shalom scienceExpand QuoteLove the junk science in Slap threads lol. Said this before but drop of glue on the nuts when mounting... save yourself the bother of loose baseplates...[close]
...also not sure but I’ve noticed I always strip the screw when the heads are to small as I tighten...always get bummed on stripped screws and can’t get them to fit screw driver tips tightly (yes I tighten bolt side and it still happens)
This past weekend I watched a dude roll up to the park on a fairly new board with tie dye grip on it, but he was conspicuously holding a new sheet of Shake Junt. I was not prepared for what followed-
He ripped off the tie dye grip, sticking the pieces to the side of the hubba. Then he just put the Shake Junt over his bolts and DID NOT CUT IT. Just skated the rest of the session on a board with a massive rectangle of grip on his deck all flopping around.
Expand QuoteThis past weekend I watched a dude roll up to the park on a fairly new board with tie dye grip on it, but he was conspicuously holding a new sheet of Shake Junt. I was not prepared for what followed-
He ripped off the tie dye grip, sticking the pieces to the side of the hubba. Then he just put the Shake Junt over his bolts and DID NOT CUT IT. Just skated the rest of the session on a board with a massive rectangle of grip on his deck all flopping around.[close]
well at least now you know who to ask if you want to get some acid
Different Phillips head bolts might take a different Phillips driver size. Using one too big or too small can strip the head. If you have a drill use the torque setting to find your sweet spotShalom scienceExpand QuoteLove the junk science in Slap threads lol. Said this before but drop of glue on the nuts when mounting... save yourself the bother of loose baseplates...[close]
...also not sure but I’ve noticed I always strip the screw when the heads are to small as I tighten...always get bummed on stripped screws and can’t get them to fit screw driver tips tightly (yes I tighten bolt side and it still happens)
You're all nuts with the exception of this guy:Expand QuoteI'm actually the opposite. I prefer the smaller bolt head. Strictly for the look down factor. That's why I like diamond hardware. 7/8 Allen. Doesn't seem to loosen up any faster than a fat head.[close]
Shortys 7/8 allen lights forever.
I’m confused on what you guys mean, bigger or smaller bolt heads? Aren’t they all the same size just different lengths?
Expand QuoteI’m confused on what you guys mean, bigger or smaller bolt heads? Aren’t they all the same size just different lengths?[close]
different brands have different sized heads. indy bolts are substantially larger than diamond or shortys for example.
I like the small stuff way better, from a purely aesthetic standpoint. i've never had a problem stemming from the head diameter.
Expand QuoteSpeaking of bolts, head size, etc...[close]
In the time it takes you to do this you could just drive to Home Depot and get a drill with some countersink bits. Alternatively, just don't use sucky phillips hardware- use allen (harder to strip & more secure when mounting) and hold it tight while you tighten the nuts down and your grip won't get all fucked up
You're all nuts with the exception of this guy:Expand QuoteI'm actually the opposite. I prefer the smaller bolt head. Strictly for the look down factor. That's why I like diamond hardware. 7/8 Allen. Doesn't seem to loosen up any faster than a fat head.[close]Shortys 7/8 allen lights forever.
Expand QuoteYou're all nuts with the exception of this guy:Expand QuoteI'm actually the opposite. I prefer the smaller bolt head. Strictly for the look down factor. That's why I like diamond hardware. 7/8 Allen. Doesn't seem to loosen up any faster than a fat head.[close]
Shortys 7/8 allen lights forever.[close]
This is not an opinion, this is a fact