Transom Clam Screw Replacement

[brian.rohde]

I just received the parts to replace the bent screw on my 1993 25hp 2 cycle. I hacksawed off the old one so that I could get it out and wonder how to "mushroom" the end once I screw it into the bracket clamp. The mushroom on the end of the screw retains the round transom clamp pad.

I appreciate any answers or suggestions.

Thanks

[robert graham]

I don't know exactly how they do that mushroom trick to hold the pad on but maybe a blob of silicone rubber would hold it in place until you get it screwed back on the transom, then the screw will hold it in place?

[Finisher]

You won't get that factory finish but using a punch try and bend the material over. I have used a chisel too but might want to use a slightly blunt one. Also tried a ball bearing but that only helps if you start it off a bit with the punch, tighten it down on a metal stand.