Can't say that I've actually done it. I'm just making it up as I go along. You could attach a couple bits of duct tape to the washer and nut to help keep them from slipping until the lock nut takes over.

Looks like you've got a lot of good suggestions to chose from. Good luck.

Ross

> Ross, I'd never have thought of your approach. Have you done it, and
> actually been able to hold the washer and nut up tight enough against the
> surface with a piece of string to tighten the screw without turning the
> nut? My wiry little six-year-old would probably be willing to crawl up in
> there with a wrench, but I'm not sure that even he could reach. Mike