Thanks for the tips, Tom. My first attemp uses a stainless steel threaded T-nut and thumb screw. A bit more exoensive and heavier, but still not that much weight.

I looked at the open center design again and determined that it would be too much for some of the younger scouts. I also wonder if it's less fuel efficient as some evaporation must occur out of the central well. You think?

I'm going to try a new quick drying JB weld. I can't recall the set time. I'll let you know how the white gas and the JB Weld work.