Anybody found a good way to straighten a shaft?
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Warped shafts are not all alike...I bought a Predator 314 that had been abused and developed a warp as a result. I used the Jacoby method (with a screwdriver) and it became usable (but not 100%, just a tiny taper roll). I had a different shaft that was really thick and had never been used (new old stock) that had become badly warped for no apparent reason. I tried everything, steam, Jacoby method, etc..But it immidiately returned to its warped state. I gave it away to a repair guy. I don't know what he wanted it for, but I do know that there was no way to get that back to being straight.
I've got a one for ya Doc. Really old Scruggs. Pm me an address & you can ignore it for awhile. I've put in 20 years ignoring it in a case in the closet.
I've seen your Fellini key collection, you're the perfect man for the job.
This straightens my shaft for up to 4 hours at a time
I would say, "Cut your losses, and get new shafts." It might be good to talk to Predator and tell them your situation and concerns, maybe they would be able to give you a discount or something.
I wish you the best of rolls,
Ken
I think post number 2 is your best bet. :smile:
I watched a guy at the pool hall use that tool the other night and it worked fine. The owner of the shaft was definitely happy.
Jeff Livingston
This straightens my shaft for up to 4 hours at a time
Just remember, anything longer than 4 hours seek medical attention immediately ! !!! Yeah right! Maybe for her
After 5 or 6 racks I bend it straight on the table or when I miss, whatever comes first. 7 years or 100,000 miles.
Straight pool after about 75 she needs a slight adjustment, bunting them isn't as hard on the old gal
Straight pool after about 75 she needs a slight adjustment, bunting them isn't as hard on the old gal
Print out a picture of Sofia Vergara.
Wrap it around your shaft for 5 minutes.
If that does not straighten your shaft its hopeless.
Wrap it around your shaft for 5 minutes.
If that does not straighten your shaft its hopeless.
Don't you just hate posts about images that don't have images in them?
I posted a big picture for obvious reasons.
Jeff Livingston
Oh Cheff, joor so vunny!!
Don't you just hate posts about images that don't have images in them?
I posted a big picture for obvious reasons.
Jeff Livingston
That's not funny at all.
Still not funny.
This straightens my shaft for up to 4 hours at a time
4 hours? *ouch* (that smarts)