As long as we’re on the subject, is there an equivalent, generic
replacement for those little clips, such as from McMaster’s, that
outboarder’s have found satisfying?
I bought these from McMaster Carr awhile back to use for carb linkages and they work great.
316 Stainless Steel Hairpin Cotter Pin for 7/64″ to 9/64″ Clevis Pin Diameter, 0.031″ Wire Diameter, packs of 25 – 3.10 per pack #92375A002
They slip on a lot easier and are easier to work with than the straight wire or a tiny cotter pin. I tried it on the points post and they seem to work ok, although a little tight. Maybe the next size up would be better to use for the post.
