2.4.3 Blind-Hole Installation

  1. Remove Template Fixture and drill SIXTEEN (16) 0.571 in. ø (14.5 mm ø) holes perpendicular to the vessel structure to a minimum depth of 0.84 in. (21 mm). Take special care to drill perpendicular to mounting surface.
  2. Tap drilled holes for M14-2.0 threaded inserts.
  3. Install 16 M14-2.0 x 1.5 in. D (21 mm length) locking threaded inserts into holes in hull structure at drilled and tapped locations using threaded insert manufacturer provided installation tool.
  4. Remove threaded insert prong / tag after threaded inserts are installed.