what type of screws t ouse on your tinnie

[rodmy]

I am getting my tinnie soon, can i use screws into (Not the Hull) the boat to mount things like rod holders cleats etc . I take it certain metals like brass will cause corrosion, is stainless steel suitable, (I see that they sell stainless steel fasteners in boat shops)?

[pw-bream]

Stainless Steel or Monel metal screws are what you want.
Steer well clear of copper/brass with your aluminium hull.

[Big Muddie]

Hi Rodmy.

Stainless steel screws are fine. But I strongly suggest that you also buy yourself a tube of Duralac. It's an anti-corrosive jointing compound which inhibits electrolytic corrosion between dissimilar metals.

A tube will cost you around $25 but will last you the life of your boat (generally)

[Dave W]

Listen to Big Muddy about the stainless/Duralac combo - you'll never have a problem for the life of your boat;)