tlbj6142
07-16-2004, 14:54
I posted this elsewhere, but I know some folks here are into the DIY stuff...
We'll I've done a bit more work now.
I have the arrow shafts (size 2317) cut to length with the inserts in place
($13.50 for 3 shafts/cut-to-length/inserts). I also have some long
8-32 screws that I'll need to cut the heads off to use as all-threads
as I wasn't able to find pre-cut all-threads in short lengths (in 8-32
size). I figure I'll wrap the middle part of the all-thread piece in
tape so it will make a tighter fit into the un-threaded portion of
shaft's inserts. This might make the joint a bit more solid.
Otherwise I can see there being a bit of sloppiness at the joint.
Sloppy == weak.
What about using a round 8-32 double ended stand-off? Do they make these?
I also bought Leki tips (though I could have pulled them off my
current Lekis) for $14. Seems like there has to be a cheaper option
for the tips. Since I could screw something into the tip, I wonder if
there is some sort of "hollow-point-like" arrowhead or carbide screw
that would work just as well?
Some folks like to use Leki's rubber tips on their poles, if want to
try that you could epoxying them to an 8-32 screw. And then just
screw them into the bottom.
Any other ideas for inexpensive tips?
I thought the Leki tips are a bit of a sloppy fit on 23xx shafts. So,
I'm thinking I'll circle the shaft with a bit of duct tape to keep the
tip from wobbling on the end of the shaft. Size 24xx and 25xx shafts
are a much tighter fit, but can only be inserted 3/4". Which I didn't
think was far enough.
GRIPS! GRIPS! GRIPS! I can't for the life of me find anything
locally to use as grips. I've been to 2-3 sporting good shops, golf
shops (even lady grips are way too big) looking for some type of foam
grip. I even called a fishing speciality store in town and they don't
carry foam fore (or butt) grips. And were not aware of anyone else in
town that does. Guess we don't have enough hard-core fishing folks in
Columbus.
The closest I've come was an EVA "floatie" on sun glasses strap. It
would have been perfect (maybe a little too small in diameter), but it
was $10 (or $20 for a pair). Guess I'll have to order something
online.
I'm still working on a strap attachment method. Here is my current plan...
While at Lowes I found some black clamping knobs with 3/4" 8-32 studs.
This will be perfect on the top. I'm thinking I'll take some 3/4"
grosgrain (or webbing) and pierce (or maybe appropriately sized rivet)
it with the screw. Cut in a 2"-3" buttonhole-like opening in the
strap and feed it back over the stud sandwiched between a couple of
washers. This should give the strap a Leki-like adjustable feel.
That's it for now.
We'll I've done a bit more work now.
I have the arrow shafts (size 2317) cut to length with the inserts in place
($13.50 for 3 shafts/cut-to-length/inserts). I also have some long
8-32 screws that I'll need to cut the heads off to use as all-threads
as I wasn't able to find pre-cut all-threads in short lengths (in 8-32
size). I figure I'll wrap the middle part of the all-thread piece in
tape so it will make a tighter fit into the un-threaded portion of
shaft's inserts. This might make the joint a bit more solid.
Otherwise I can see there being a bit of sloppiness at the joint.
Sloppy == weak.
What about using a round 8-32 double ended stand-off? Do they make these?
I also bought Leki tips (though I could have pulled them off my
current Lekis) for $14. Seems like there has to be a cheaper option
for the tips. Since I could screw something into the tip, I wonder if
there is some sort of "hollow-point-like" arrowhead or carbide screw
that would work just as well?
Some folks like to use Leki's rubber tips on their poles, if want to
try that you could epoxying them to an 8-32 screw. And then just
screw them into the bottom.
Any other ideas for inexpensive tips?
I thought the Leki tips are a bit of a sloppy fit on 23xx shafts. So,
I'm thinking I'll circle the shaft with a bit of duct tape to keep the
tip from wobbling on the end of the shaft. Size 24xx and 25xx shafts
are a much tighter fit, but can only be inserted 3/4". Which I didn't
think was far enough.
GRIPS! GRIPS! GRIPS! I can't for the life of me find anything
locally to use as grips. I've been to 2-3 sporting good shops, golf
shops (even lady grips are way too big) looking for some type of foam
grip. I even called a fishing speciality store in town and they don't
carry foam fore (or butt) grips. And were not aware of anyone else in
town that does. Guess we don't have enough hard-core fishing folks in
Columbus.
The closest I've come was an EVA "floatie" on sun glasses strap. It
would have been perfect (maybe a little too small in diameter), but it
was $10 (or $20 for a pair). Guess I'll have to order something
online.
I'm still working on a strap attachment method. Here is my current plan...
While at Lowes I found some black clamping knobs with 3/4" 8-32 studs.
This will be perfect on the top. I'm thinking I'll take some 3/4"
grosgrain (or webbing) and pierce (or maybe appropriately sized rivet)
it with the screw. Cut in a 2"-3" buttonhole-like opening in the
strap and feed it back over the stud sandwiched between a couple of
washers. This should give the strap a Leki-like adjustable feel.
That's it for now.