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stickandrudderman

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Easy fix for a minor irritation
« on: May 10, 2024, 09:15:45 »
One thing that always bothers me is when, during battery changes, the clamping rods will fall out and play hide and seek.
I've taken to drilling the end and putting a split pin and washer in so as to prevent errant travels...
« Last Edit: May 10, 2024, 18:27:30 by stickandrudderman »

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Re: Easy fix for a minor irritation
« Reply #1 on: May 10, 2024, 10:39:07 »
Great idea, thanks for posting that!
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Re: Easy fix for a minor irritation
« Reply #2 on: May 11, 2024, 04:29:55 »
Stick, please post a photo next time you have a rod in your hand.
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