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Track Screws

Posted: Thu Sep 29, 2022 1:48 pm
by HenryThomas88
Hi Everyone, What is the best Track Screws for Ho with good heads Ideally Stainless steal I have bought several different kinds of Ebay Supposedly Fleischmann Screws but they are Cr-P Not a good start to my track laying. Thanking You in advance. Babs

Re: Track Screws

Posted: Thu Sep 29, 2022 2:52 pm
by dayaneterrace
I was wondering why you are using screws - is the track pre-ballasted? It is v subjective but I have just used pins (with pre-drilled holes) to hold it in place until it is ballasted and glued (using varnish is also an option I have read). Either way, especially with plywood, pre-drilling is the trick. HTH

Re: Track Screws

Posted: Thu Sep 29, 2022 2:55 pm
by realtorsezfv
From my experience in this situation, making pilot holes is a good idea because it may define by the manufacturer. I suggest you order the screws from sites like https://www.scrooz.com.au/fasteners/wall-plugs/ so they will have the same size as your device. If you want to know my opinion, it is better to get the bolts from stainless steel, they are a little bit more expensive, but they will have the best durability, so in your place, I would choose these bolts. By the way, Pozi screws are not so good from my experience, so I suggest you take another brand screws.