Platform pin, Where to buy?

Bigguy4uk · **Joined:** Sun Jun 30, 2013 8:34 am **Posts:** 8

This weekend some how lost the pin that keeps platform stabilized and in place. the pin has two nipples that you have to twist to remove, anyway I am trying to find a replacement. Anyone have suggestions on where to buy pin?

pilotflying · **Posted:** Mon Jul 18, 2016 1:29 am

Don't bother with another pin that you will eventually loose as well...... Use screws with a self locking nut and you will never again have to worry about loosing your whole platform (almost happened to me). The only reason I see to use a pin is if you have to fold down your platform on a regular basis. If that's not the case scews are the way to go!

chaser720 · **Joined:** Mon Feb 15, 2016 1:31 pm **Posts:** 90

Buy a 1/2" bolt from hardware store with locking nut. Not sure on the length. The one I bought was too long but it still works.

And losing of the pins when you're out on the water SUCKS. I bought an extra one and keep it on the boat just in case.

flatwater · **Joined:** Fri Sep 05, 2014 9:29 am **Posts:** 17

Here's a solid stainless bolt and lock nut for $13 out the door. www.BoltDepot.com. 316 stainless is a high quality steel that won't corrode for a long time.

(2) Hex bolts, Stainless steel 316, 1/2"-13 x 3"
(2) Hex lock nuts nylon insert, Stainless steel 316, 1/2"-13
(4) Flat washers, Stainless steel 316, 1/2"

Easy install. I was so tired of the pins backing out, the platform rattling, and having nightmares about the platform falling off with some of our less informed boat drivers.

Raimie · **Posted:** Sat Jul 30, 2016 12:55 pm

I lost one this summer too. Replaced it with a SS bolt and nylock nut. Much better way to go.

6wakesurfers · **Joined:** Fri May 29, 2015 7:16 pm **Posts:** 118

Get the 2016 pins from your dealer. They lock in. I replaced my old ones with the new pin which has safety strap and can't popover out like the old ones.

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granddaddy55 · **Joined:** Tue May 24, 2016 7:44 am **Posts:** 149

6wakesurfers wrote:

Get the 2016 pins from your dealer. They lock in. I replaced my old ones with the new pin which has safety strap and can't popover out like the old ones.

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Bingo!!! $30 something a piece, but really good part

r33pwrd · **Posted:** Thu Aug 04, 2016 1:05 pm

I just put a clear zip tie on the end of mine (between the bracket and the little alignment pin) works and easily removed if I ever want to pull platform.

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Boostedsled · **Posted:** Thu Aug 04, 2016 8:10 pm

r33pwrd wrote:

I just put a clear zip tie on the end of mine (between the bracket and the little alignment pin) works and easily removed if I ever want to pull platform.

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Lmfao....great minds think alike. That was my 2nd upgrade while out using the boat day 2. Never even think about them now. First upgrade was a new mirror.

r33pwrd · **Posted:** Thu Aug 04, 2016 11:56 pm

Boostedsled wrote:

r33pwrd wrote:

I just put a clear zip tie on the end of mine (between the bracket and the little alignment pin) works and easily removed if I ever want to pull platform.

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Lmfao....great minds think alike. That was my 2nd upgrade while out using the boat day 2. Never even think about them now. First upgrade was a new mirror.

Yea I was cleaning up my wiring and thought about it

off to the lake for the next 9 days I go

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