As you know, the four corners of the base frame on an Anniversary table are held together by four 1/2" #13 x 7" square head bolts. What size 8 point socket do you use to take them out?
Thank you.
Boxcar
I think an open wrench would work better. 3/4 ‘’
Would be the right size if i remember correctly
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Gentlemen,
Thank you very much for your replies. Lawnboy, thank you for back-checking your first response. I just got word back from an off-site inquiry that a 3/4" 8pt. socket is the exact fit, but I don't have one. I do, however, have a barn full of metric sockets, so I'm good to go.
I'll be bringing most of "Baby" home next week. I'll have to wait for my son to help me bring the slates, but we all know that I have my work cut out for me before I'll ever need to install the heavy stuff.
Again, THANKS!!!!! This project is making me feel like a kid again.
Best regards,
Boxcar
I like the way you think! We might be able to bring the frame home when we get the slates. Are there any deep pitfalls associated with taking the frame apart?
I appreciate the help.
Boxcar
I like the way you think! We might be able to bring the frame home when we get the slates. Are there any deep pitfalls associated with taking the frame apart?
I appreciate the help.
Boxcar
Lawnboy,
Thanks for the update. I'd like to take it apart so I can get all of the misc. parts on the workbench for review and repair as needed. It will be much easier for me to move if it is separated, so your feedback is valuable.
Trent,
Once the bolts are removed, can I use a rubber mallet and gently bump the sides off the ends? How tight is the dowel fitting? Did the factory glue both connecting points?
IusedtobeRich,
You, Sir, are absolutely correct! Thanks for going to the trouble to resource the 8pt. sockets for me. I placed the order for the 3/4" 8pt. socket and it is, as we speak, hurtling toward my waiting hands. Good call.
Thanks to everyone for the support.
Best regards,
Boxcar
Trent,
Thank you for all of your support! I particularly appreciate the copy of the Installation Manual. I saved it and now can blow it up in order to see the detailed sketches and read the "fine print." Great work!
Now, this note to All:
I would be terribly remiss by not acknowledging the many contributions made to my project by a very special artist, Derrick at Billiard Restoration Service. Derrick was generous to a fault. He shared freely and openly and greatly broadened my knowledge of The Brunswick Anniversary Pool Table from its inception. When he responded to my question about the 8pt. socket, he not only gave me the correct size but he gave me the manufacturer's name and their part number. The 3/4" Armstrong USA Socket, part #12-424, is the perfect socket for the job.
My "new" Anniversary Table will be my "forever table." I'm 73 years old, so I've got about 25 good years of pool left. I will restore my table to its earlier glory. I'll do my best to keep those who are interested abreast of the latest developments. Like my grandfather used to say, "The mystery continues."
Best regards,
Boxcar