PALI Susan 0421 Crib Screws

What to do if Pali can’t or won't send you the parts

Because the Susan 0421 is an older rocking crib (mid-1990s), there may not be any OEM hardware kits left in stock. In that case, you’re basically trying to match the cam-lock system using generic furniture hardware.

a. Identify the cam screw type

The "round cam screws" are typically a 2-piece cam connector:

A round cam (a little disc that lives in the wood and turns with a screwdriver)

A cam screw/bolt (the long piece that threads into the other panel and locks into the round cam)

You’ll want to:

Measure the diameter of the cam screw threads (often metric, commonly M6 or similar)

Measure the overall length of the screw from the underside of the head to the tip

Note the head style (flat, hex, or combo)

Measure the diameter and thickness of the round cam itself and the size of the hole it drops into

If you still have at least one original screw + cam, take it (or very clear photos + measurements) to:

Your local hardware store, or

A woodworking/hardware specialist, or you might check with

Online sellers by searching terms like

"cam connector bolt"

"cam lock screw M6"

"furniture cam and dowel fastener"

Then you can match them by size and style.

⚠️ Very important: whatever you choose must match length and diameter closely so the rails and mattress support are pulled together firmly and safely. If in doubt, don’t improvise on a crib that will be used for sleeping — see the safety note below.

Safety reminder (especially for older rocking / drop-side cribs)