Pocket inconsistency and ball kick out on Olhausen Tables.
From the nameplate
The Best in Billiards
Featuring Accu-Fast Cushions
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Two tables were purchased a number of years ago. The tables retain
the original cushions. I have taken photos of both tables, and the second
table is similar.
The problem seems to be the cut angle primarily on the corner pockets.
They kick out balls quite frequently.
Side pockets should have a 102 degree bevel.
Corner pockets should have a 141 degree bevel.
If the corner pocket facings were parallel to each other that would be
135 degrees, (90 + 45) so 141 degrees would be 6 degrees from that.
Our rails seem to be 12 to 20 degrees off from 135 degrees. Double to
triple the bevel.
I would appreciate confirmation of my crude analysis and general
statements.
Do the side pockets appear correct?
What course of action is necessary to correct ball kick out at the corner pockets?
Is there a web site or other reference that details what is generally
followed in setting up 9 foot table rails?
What model rail cushion should be provided when the table is repaired?
Is there a mechanic that you would recommend in the Toledo/Sylvania Ohio area?
I can use all the help I can get.
Thanks,
Al
From the nameplate
The Best in Billiards
Featuring Accu-Fast Cushions
1 General table view
The remainder are clockwise from the far corner.
2
3
4
5
6
7
Two tables were purchased a number of years ago. The tables retain
the original cushions. I have taken photos of both tables, and the second
table is similar.
The problem seems to be the cut angle primarily on the corner pockets.
They kick out balls quite frequently.
Side pockets should have a 102 degree bevel.
Corner pockets should have a 141 degree bevel.
If the corner pocket facings were parallel to each other that would be
135 degrees, (90 + 45) so 141 degrees would be 6 degrees from that.
Our rails seem to be 12 to 20 degrees off from 135 degrees. Double to
triple the bevel.
I would appreciate confirmation of my crude analysis and general
statements.
Do the side pockets appear correct?
What course of action is necessary to correct ball kick out at the corner pockets?
Is there a web site or other reference that details what is generally
followed in setting up 9 foot table rails?
What model rail cushion should be provided when the table is repaired?
Is there a mechanic that you would recommend in the Toledo/Sylvania Ohio area?
I can use all the help I can get.
Thanks,
Al