Whisker pole end repair

[KGee]

Hello,

The end of my whisker pole has come off. I am not sure what I should use to reattach it. Can I use epoxy? JB Weld? Bulldog? Screws? I'm lost. Any suggestions?

Thanks

[MacGyverRI]

If it's a slip/slide in fit, self tapping machine screws should work. #6 or #8 x 3/8" or 1/2" long, 1 on ea side should do it, 180 deg. apart.

[josemateo]

Hey could you please tell me what is this Whisker pole ?????????

[KGee]

Thanks MacGyverRI for your amazingly quick reply. This should do the trick. I appreciate your help.

[blt2ski]

I have pop rivets for the ends of my whisker and spin poles. Screws might work also, may be better or worst, either in the end would work.

marty

[KGee]

Hmmm, The end of the aluminum whisker pole is somewhat flared where the end pulled out. Another boater here suggested cutting off the pole just before the flare. Any thoughts?