Brunswick disassembly - How hard is it?

cuehobby

cuehobby

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I might end up buying a 9 footer brunswick.
Dont know what model (still waiting for reply and pictures).
But i was told that it has ball return, rails and felt needs to replaced.
I've never done any pool table dissaembling and what kind of tools, manpower and transportation do i need?
Being in the military for more than 10 years and counting, i just want to plan way ahead; just in case.

Any advise is greatly appreciated.

Thanks.
 
It will take 2 people to move the slates. You can move all the table parts and pieces in a decent size pickup or with a trailer.
You can also check with your local UHaul as their daily rates for a small box truck are rather cheap.

No special tools are really needed other then a socket set with extension, screwdrivers, pliers, razor knife and some visegrips.
Some cardboard between the slates and blankets to wrap rails is advisable.

If the cloth on the slates is stapled you'll want to remove all the staples before moving them.
You might post the pics when you get them so if any special consideration is needed someone here can advise you.
 
Dartman said:
It will take 2 people to move the slates. You can move all the table parts and pieces in a decent size pickup or with a trailer.
You can also check with your local UHaul as their daily rates for a small box truck are rather cheap.

No special tools are really needed other then a socket set with extension, screwdrivers, pliers, razor knife and some visegrips.
Some cardboard between the slates and blankets to wrap rails is advisable.

If the cloth on the slates is stapled you'll want to remove all the staples before moving them.
You might post the pics when you get them so if any special consideration is needed someone here can advise you.
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Unless its an antique with T- rails... then you'll need a different bit to remove them. Rails replacement will vary with model also.
 
Cuephoric said:
Unless its an antique with T- rails... then you'll need a different bit to remove them. Rails replacement will vary with model also.
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Which is why I said -
You might post the pics when you get them so if any special consideration is needed someone here can advise you.

Speaking of t-rails, needle nose pliers and a crescent wrench work almost as good as a forkbit tool. :grin:
 
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Wow! reading the replies sure sounds easy but my brain is telling me "looks complicated".

For sure, i'll post pictures when i get them.

Again, i appreciate the help.

Thanks
 
owner is asking $400 for it. it's a 9 footer and only owned it for 3 months.
is it a good buy? any notorious issues with this model (monticello)?
what kind of questions or pictures should i be asking for?

Thanks.

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cuehobby said:
Wow! reading the replies sure sounds easy but my brain is telling me "looks complicated".

For sure, i'll post pictures when i get them.

Again, i appreciate the help.

Thanks
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It's not complicated. Remember to mark parts and pieces as you disassemble so you know where they go when reassembling. You can draw a diagram on paper which will help. Once slates are off you may be able to move the frame/legs in one piece so a complete knockdown may not be necessary.
 
break down and move table

I moved a brunswick gold crown in my toyota tundra 2002 smaller then the new ones. two of us and I'm 65 so lifting the slate darn near killed me but I did it. I put the superstructure bed frame on top of the truck but could of dismantled it if I wanted to take the time.

Here is a tip bring large cardboard boxes broken down and laid flat it will help you slide the slate into your truck and you can use it to protect the slate.

simple tools good socket set adjustable wrench. staple puller or screwdriver bring a couple you have plenty to remove.

Do not lift the slate from the bed if it is doweled you will break it separate with care keeping it laying flat.
 
Tear down

cuehobby said:
I might end up buying a 9 footer brunswick.
Dont know what model (still waiting for reply and pictures).
But i was told that it has ball return, rails and felt needs to replaced.
I've never done any pool table dissaembling and what kind of tools, manpower and transportation do i need?
Being in the military for more than 10 years and counting, i just want to plan way ahead; just in case.

Any advise is greatly appreciated.

Thanks.
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A well trained monkey can tear down GCs. Reassembling should be done by a pro! If your handy and have common sense and some buddies it can be done. Just watched my GC3 install yesterday and 80 percent is just wrenching. It will most likely only go together one way. It ain't the space shuttle! There are tricks of course that only the pros know. My person showed me some as I intend to TRY a few cosmetic alterations. Hire a pro and see if he will adjust his price if you tear down and deliver, if not let him do it all and watch, ask questions and learn. If money isn't a concern, hire a pro and get an education. I helped my guy and we had a blast.
 
Thanks for all the replies.

that's what im "planning" to do, disassemble it and transport it to my place.
then have a table mechanic put it together.
 
here's what i ended up getting for $500
needs new cushions and felt.

thanks for all who helped me.

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Thank you all

I would just like to say "Thank You"
for all who helped me (comments, posting and PM) in making disassembly possible.
You guys are awesome.
I know im only half-way there but it's been an experience.
Any table mech going to Oahu for vacation or work? :cool:
Again, Thanks.

(im the one who took the pictures. good friends that helped & the little boy is my son)

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