Intec Heel Screws

[nekdut]

Hey all,

I seem to be having some issues with my intec heels. On really hard deep carves I've noticed that my heels have started to pull away from my boots. And on some occasions, I hear a pop, and a screw is a few turns loose. I tighten them as much as I can, but this doesn't seem all that safe. Do you guys have any suggestions on how I can alleviate this problem? Thanks!

[Pat Donnelly]

Date: February 10, 2003 06:05 PM
Author: Ken (kjl(at)pixar.com)
Subject: Stainless


I replaced lots of screws and stuff on my boots, and definitely wanted stainless steel. For the best selection, I ended up ordering online at:

http://www.mmsacc-stainless.com/

They had hex screws (socket head cap screws) of every size you'd want, plus any size washers you'd want, all in beautiful stainless steel.

It's pretty sweet that you can get somebody else to search for 16 of the right size screws and washers, put them in a baggie, and send them to you for like 2 and a half bucks.

Ken


Also,
Picture this http://www.yyzcanuck.com/product_shcs.htm

[Chris Houghton]

I would also be changing the inserts or T nuts in the boots. Sounds like one or more may be stripped, and just replacing the bolts is not going to be a permanent fix. Take out the liner and have a look from the inside, they are easy to change in Raichles.

[kalalex]

I see you are from LA, CA.
Are you near Los Angeles?
If so, where do you for carvin???
I'm just trying to find a few buddies around here in So. Cal.

[Steve Dold]

What boots do you have? Some of them didn't have T-nuts, I think the 124's, maybe others. Is it possible the screws are screwing into plastic instead of a metal insert/T-nut?

[nekdut]

I have SB123's. And no they dont have an insert/T-nut in the bottom. It seems like they are screwing into the plastic, and thats why it feels like its not holding them im properly.

[bschurman]

In my 123s I drilled out the plastic and then I put in the T-nuts that come with the Intec heels. I also use the hex head screws that were mentioned in an earlier post. Holds much tighter and no chance of stripping the head out of the bolt.

->Ben

[Steve Dold]

Ben's right. The T-nuts are mandatory, and most boots already have them. I guess it was the 123 that didn't come with them, so some were provided with the heel kits for those boots. Put them in! Man, you're lucky you noticed the problem before they pulled out completely. If you can't find them I can send you the ones that came with my heels, but they should have been included.

[kalalex]

how often do you go to Mammoth?

[nekdut]

Ben: I bought my heels used, and they didnt come with T-nuts. I had no idea I needed them! I already placed an order for those screws from yyzcanuck.

Steve: I definitely am lucky. I could have had a pretty nasty spill if they completely came out on a hard turn since they're already pulling out a bit. I definitely want to take you up on that offer. How much do you want for em (+ shipping to 90024)?

kalalex: I do about 2 weekends a month, sometimes more if the conditions warrant it. I'm participating in your thread on So. Cal carvers. We'll continue this conversation there =).