Help with tight joints.

MikeM

MikeM

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A while back someone suggested a solution to help with tight joints, something to put on the shaft screw to help make go on and off easier.

I've searched and can't find that post. Can anyone help me with a solution for a cue that is VERY hard to put together and get apart?

TIA,

MM
 
I do the same thing my dad taught me to do as a boy when driving tight screws - put a little soap on the screw. In the case of a Cue joint, wipe off the excess after running it in & out once.
 
MikeM said:
A while back someone suggested a solution to help with tight joints, something to put on the shaft screw to help make go on and off easier.

I've searched and can't find that post. Can anyone help me with a solution for a cue that is VERY hard to put together and get apart?

TIA,

MM
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Eric. said:
Don't pinch em so hard when you are twisting one up. ;)


Eric >car wax on the pin works too
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Birthday candle wax for me...stopped the squeaking when I'd screw the shaft on my Josey. I don't like the idea of lube oil on wood...
 
pwd72s said:
Birthday candle wax for me...stopped the squeaking when I'd screw the shaft on my Josey. I don't like the idea of lube oil on wood...
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Actually, if car wax is applied properly, you slap it on, let it dry, then wipe off with a dry cloth. It leaves a nice, thin, dry, tough coat on the surface, especially if you use something with Teflon in it.

Another idea would be "Dry Slide", which is popular with the gun people.


Eric >saves the candles for cakes :p
 
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Eric. said:
Actually, if car wax is applied properly, you slap it on, let it dry, then wipe off with a dry cloth. It leaves a nice, thin, dry, tough coat on the surface, especially if you use something with Teflon in it.

Another idea would be "Dry Slide", which is popular with the gun people.


Eric >saves the candles for cakes :p
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True - and another option is to use dry graphite...
Works like a charm ;-)

Larry
 
MikeM said:
A while back someone suggested a solution to help with tight joints, something to put on the shaft screw to help make go on and off easier.

I've searched and can't find that post. Can anyone help me with a solution for a cue that is VERY hard to put together and get apart?

TIA,

MM
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We all roll them too tight while learning. Give it some practice, you'll get it. :grin:


On a serious note, some wax will do the trick. We use paste wax from the local hardware store. It works wonders.

Some one mentioned candle wax. I've never used it on a cue, but my computer mouse was sticking to my desk at home. All of the paste wax is at the shop so I tried a candle out of the house. It worked great for my desk.
 
MikeM said:
A while back someone suggested a solution to help with tight joints, something to put on the shaft screw to help make go on and off easier.

I've searched and can't find that post. Can anyone help me with a solution for a cue that is VERY hard to put together and get apart?

TIA,

MM
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Hey Mike
Put alittle carnuba wax in the shaft threads. Thread joint pin (almost) all the way down. Back it out. This can be done several times till it meets your liking. Hope this helps you out.
Jeff
 
MikeM said:
A while back someone suggested a solution to help with tight joints, something to put on the shaft screw to help make go on and off easier.

I've searched and can't find that post. Can anyone help me with a solution for a cue that is VERY hard to put together and get apart?

TIA,

MM
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Hey Mike
Maybe this post can help to. Post #51 & #52 (Remy & Jeff Olney)

http://forums.azbilliards.com/showthread.php?t=136716
 
Wouldn't these apply to only metal/metal joints? What about flat faced 3/8-10 wood/wood?
 
rackem said:
BeesWax works for me
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NUFF SAID!
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Me personally, I have never really liked soap or candle wax, although I am sure it will work.

I prefer to use a Floor wax, like Matta suggested. I feel that a wax that is made to condition and protect wood serves this purpose a little better. So, if you are in a pinch then sure, go with the soap or candles. But, when you can get to Home Depot, get yourself a can of floor wax and you will never look back. That can will last you a lifetime too.


Royce Bunnell
www.obcues.com
 
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