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IsThisIt2021 · 07/01/2026 11:18

Bought DC a new Tv. Samsung 32 inch. To go on X Rocker basecamp bed.

It would appear the screws to mount, that fit the TV are M8 but the “biggest” screw that will go through the mount on the bed, is a M6.

Is there any type of plug I can put in to the M8 holes, to make the M6 screws fit? It’s metal so I can’t make the holes on the mount bigger.

Thank you, Any help will be greatly appreciated!

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CasperGutman · 07/01/2026 11:28

Yes, you should be able to find an adapter that would help. For example, I found this: M8 to M6 Thread Reducer - Aluminium Extrusion - Ooznest

NB this isn't a recommendation as I've never used that supplier, but do you think that sort of thing would help with the issue you have?

2 x Thread Reducer - M8 to M6

M8 to M6 Thread Reducer - Aluminium Extrusion

M8 to M6 Thread Reducers available in quantities of 1s or 1000s with bulk discounts for aluminium extrusion assemblies. Next day shipping available.

https://ooznest.co.uk/product/m8-to-m6-thread-reducer/

Somersetbaker · 07/01/2026 13:36

Why can you not just enlarge the holes on the mount? 30s work with an 8mm drill, a bit longer with a hand reamer or a round file.

wombat1a · 07/01/2026 13:40

I'd look at drilling the mount holes out so the M8's go through.

IsThisIt2021 · 09/01/2026 08:13

Thank you all for the replies.

@CasperGutman

Those were the type of things I was thinking of, just couldn’t describe them! I got some of those and they’ve done the job, thank you so much for your help.

All sorted so happy DC!

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