WileyApr 24, 2023
Thread lock did not stop the extender slipping.
It seems slightly better than before, but still coming loose.
What are your welding skills like @Kels_316 ?
Show threadneoludditeApr 25, 2023
@wileyfuller @Kels_316 Time for the *real* thread lock, aka. Araldite
Show threadWileyApr 25, 2023
@neoluddite @Kels_316 I was considering filling the whole tube with epoxy. I might try a couple of other things first, but it's definitely an option...
Show threadAdamApr 25, 2023
@wileyfuller @neoluddite looking at that design again I would maybe try wrapping the cone nut with something so it pushes out harder on the fingers, it has to be that part that's causing the problem
Show threadWiley
@Kels_316 @neoluddite Also, it only seems to be the centre part of each finger which is making contact with the inside of the tube, and even then mostly at the top and bottom. Increasing the contact area would probably help.
I'm going to try wrapping some sandpaper around the expander to see if the (presumably) increased friction helps.
Apr 25, 2023 at 8:23amWeb