Installing Bindings?

Question

I just installed my bindings (4 square) and it seemed odd.
First of all, the screws barely poked through the back and so I can't image a lot of thread connection. I kind of worked them down using the alternative X-pattern to tighten.

I just wanted to know if that's how it felt, like they're barely hanging in there. I understand they can't be too long, or they'll go through the board....but still.

oh also, it said to use a washer on each bolt, should i toss the washers to get more room to crank it down?

Answer 1

A screw reaches it's maximum strength (holding power) with only three threads. You can usually equate that to three solid turns. If you got that, your all good. Also, that alternating X pattern you used is the right way to do it, good job. Never ditch the washers, they are there for a reason and you could damage your bindings if you took them out. If you are still unsure you got them on there right, take them to a shop and have the tech take a look at it.

Answer 2

ok that's normal. if you're feeling doubtful then you need to take a small screwdriver with you when you go riding and the moment you feel your binding is a little loose then stop immediately and tighten that bad boy. don't take the washers out.... unless they were washers that you supplied. the bindings should have come with a set of screws and washers for each binding. if they didn't then you got ripped off and you need to contact the person you bought them from.

good luck and great shredding!

Answer 3

sounds like you never did this before. I havent either. when i get new stuff i spend the 40 bucks and let a profesional tech do it, Sure , i could save the money and get some satisfaction doing it myself, but I would rather be safe and think about my skiing/riding than always wonder if i was going to crash due to equippment failure.