Minor issue with rear rack install and quick fix

[CodyDog]

While attempting to install my new rear rack on my Rad Rover I noticed that the machined threads on the tabs were smaller/tighter than normal which caused me to strip the hex head screw that was provide.

I went down to Home Depot and purchased a two pack of #10-32 x 3/4 in fine thread socket cap screws. These installed much easier without stripping the hex head.

 

[rich c]

You sure they aren't metric threads in the holes?

 

[Nova Haibike]

Most all bicycles use metric threaded eyelets, size M5. If the supplied bolts felt tight going in, the eyelets should be chased with an M5 x 0.8 tap to clear any paint overspray and realign any errant threads.

 

[mrgold35]

I also had to add blue Loc-tite to the rack screws because they started to work themselves out after a few weeks of trail riding.

 

[CodyDog]

Most all bicycles use metric threaded eyelets, size M5. If the supplied bolts felt tight going in, the eyelets should be chased with an M5 x 0.8 tap to clear any paint overspray and realign any errant threads.

I agree, perhaps my threads were threaded short or incorrectly threaded. I did attempt to use the M5 first (see attached package). The #10-32's seem to do the job.