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Tony K
Oct 20, 2009, 06:33 PM
I have an exterior door that has a wooden threshold inserted in an aluminum frame. The wooden insert is adjustable with four aluminum screws. The screws rusted to a steel nut that was in lower aluminum frame. All four screws are broke. The woodedn threshold (oak) is in good shape but I need screws or something to raise it up. What should I do?

ballengerb1
Oct 20, 2009, 06:45 PM
I could repair a threshold like you describe but it is not cost effective. You can buy a replacement for about $20 and do it correctly.

KISS
Oct 20, 2009, 07:05 PM
Aluminum doesn't rust. It might corrode when next to steel, though.

I'm going to send you here:

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They have self clinching nuts. Basically, you drill a certain size hole and draw up the nut. The serrations hold it in place.

You can take a picture and post it using "Go advanced/manage attachments". If you need to re-size, you can use www.irfanview.com.