[Jordan Baker]

Ive thought about soaking them but I find the sandblasting cabinet works very fast for me. With my home made holder I can then prime them again before using them.

And with a quick phone call to Fastenal this morning to confirm that my order was in. I made the drive to my local store.

Before installing I used up the last of my anti-squeak material lining both sides of the wooden spacer ring. Once this was on, it was onto the install and everything lined up rather well with the aid of some long punches. Not pictured is the after look of cutting down the too long screws and using a sanding disk to smooth them down to the nuts.

I just have to make up the small metal curved strip that secures the canvas cover.