"Wes Stewart" wrote in message
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On 27 Aug 2006 02:40:48 -0700, "Charlie Self"
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The major problem has been with the #10 - 3 1/2" FH 305 stainless,
made in Taiwan screws that I'm using to tie the bottom plate (twoby
DF) to the 3/4" OSB floor and PT rim joists. I'm using stainless
because of the PT lumber.

McFeely's "NoCoRode" finish isn't. At least I don't feel confortable
using them because they don't look so good after having been installed
for a while and then removed. And I do have to consider removal in
the future, which is not a usual situation, but mine nevertheless.

The "driver" is a very tired old 9V Makita drill/driver, which I
finally ordered a new battery for yesterday. Hardly overpowering.

For comparison, I had a few stainless screws left over that I believe
that I bought from the Borg years ago. These were made (packaged) by
Midwest Precision Products. Didn't have a problem with them but
unfortunately I can't find them anymore.


Wes:

If you are having problems with our screws, we want to know about it. We
torque test every production batch to make sure that our screws are as
strong as possible. If you still have the original box you will find a lot
number on the label which should help us track down the problem. Remember
that stainless steel just isn't as strong as hardened steel, which is why we
recommend increasing the wire size when using stainless. Please call my
Technical Director, Darin Lawrence, for assistance.

Jim Ray, President
McFeely's Square Drive Screws
1-800-443-7937