Acoustic b200 t nuts stripped

[jspitza]

Good morning all! Well, the title says it all. While investigating a slight rattle, I took out the 15in driver, checked out the issue and replaced. While tightening, two of the T nuts stripped out the MDF pre drilled holes and won't tighten. I under stand that a quick fix is to rotate the speaker in between the existing holes and drill new ones. Should I use the original t bolts or can I get something a bit better? I saw some of these:
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Also, not sure as to what size the original holes are. I also could go to Home Depot and see if they have something similar. Thanks guys !
P.S. Thank you for the Birthday wishes! I have a Zoom B3 coming today and my bass should be ready to picked up after a setup.

Shoot: I just noticed that while attempting to remove the t nut I enlarged one of the speaker frame holes causing the mounting screw to slide through. Im guessing that at this point, either use a thin washer to prevent slippage or I should just purchase a slightly larger T nut and bolt and use the original hole as my guide. Very frustrating!!

I just found these locally but won't know until I take the existing ones in and compare:
http://www.homedepot.com/p/1-4-in-2...Tee-Nut-4-Pieces-18891/202704508#.UX_Encu9KSM

 

[B-string]

The Home Depot link is one I was going to post. I would bet the original are 6/32 maybe 8/32. I would use 8/32 or 10/32 which they should have in stock.

 

[BassmanPaul]

I consider the 10/32 pretty much the standard. Add some glue to the shank of the nut before pressing it in to place. Don't get the glue on the threads. This will hold them in place.

 

[jspitza]

Thanks guys!Really appreciate it. Actually I used the 1/4-a little bit of overhang but they grabbed. I still have a little bit of rattle though. Im getting back my bass tomorrow though and played a guitar through it. Just a bit of buzz at high volume.....

 

[jlepre]

Was this one of the Stupid Deals of the Day cabs?

 

[jspitza]

No John it was "Jeff"s stupid decision to not wait and save for something a bit better, say Carvin of the week" It's a b200 from 2 years ago. Actually, it's been fine except for a slight buzz at higher volumes.

 

[B-string]

Thanks guys!Really appreciate it. Actually I used the 1/4-a little bit of overhang but they grabbed. I still have a little bit of rattle though. Im getting back my bass tomorrow though and played a guitar through it. Just a bit of buzz at high volume.....

Be sure that overhang it not contact between the nuts and speaker basket.

 

[jspitza]

Be sure that overhang it not contact between the nuts and speaker basket.

Hello B string: It sounds like you know excatly what I'm talking about....
Yes, I was careful to check that but since I purchased both the 1/4 and 8/32 I may need to spend a bit more time and try the 8/32. I discovered why the original t nuts stripped: the weight of my drill punched them out and caused them to fall. At this point. maybe I should just try to build a cabinet

 

[B-string]

Yes have been there. I used a grinder to nip off a little from the T-Nuts, a Dremmel would also work or a really heavy duty pair of side cutters.

 

[jspitza]

You know another thing is that I hope I did not bend or warp the speaker frame! Is this a possibility? I had a real challange holding the speaker and pulling the frame out in order to remove the screw.

 

[B-string]

Possible but even torquing of the screws should bring it back. It is not likely it was warped.

 

[jspitza]

Glad to hear this....... Well, I see that Carvin has a big sale on the mb15. To bad I already received my birthday gift! Thanks again, Jeff

 

[jspitza]

Well, I am REALLY happy to have my bass back. It's my first real setup and they did a wonderful job. And now the good news: My amp is just Rocking again, with me needing to lose my hearing in order to detect buzzing meaning if it rattles, I am playing at a dangerous volume. The Zoom B3 is just unbelievable to me and really turns that Acousticfakething into a powerhouse. I can't thank you guys enough for your time and suggestions. And one day, maybe I will pick up that Carvin! Take care, Jeff

 

[B-string]

Awesome Jeff, glad to "hear" it!