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What kind of screws go behind an IBM XT 5160 case?

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First post, by Beegle

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Just got an original case from IBM, for model 5160 recently. It's empty, and came with no screws.

I thought that normal case screws would work, but it seems they are too small to get any grip. Was the PC screws 'standard' different in the 80s?

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Reply 1 of 6, by Brickpad

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I would try using 8-32 screws.

Reply 2 of 6, by PCBONEZ

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Yes. The original size was 8-32.
Modern case screws are 6-32. Same threads/inch but smaller diameter.

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Reply 4 of 6, by bjt

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Try to get one with oversized heads, as the hole in the cover is far larger than that in the base. I ended up using a washer and even then it was only just big enough.

Reply 6 of 6, by PCBONEZ

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There is a kind of washer called "Fender Washer".
They are extra big around for the center hole size and usually a little thinner than other options.
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