plug a uni loc?

[J.T.450r]

I have a customer whose jump break cue has a uniloc joint and it got stuck together, when he unscrewed it the insert came out of the shaft no big deal but He wants me to install a radial pin if possible so my question is it safe to plug and tap a shaft that will be used for breaking and jumping or should I just repair the uniloc.

 

[radge69]

Yes it's fine.

 

[Chris Byrne]

Go for it, The radial can handle it.

 

[ratcues]

IMO, the Radial is the better, stronger, choice anyway.

 

[J.T.450r]

IMO, the Radial is the better, stronger, choice anyway.

I agree its better I was more concerned with plugging and re taping a shaft that will be used for breaks and jump shots will the plug be as strong a original or just re epoxy insert be safer. Thanks

 

[KJ Cues]

The installation of an epoxied phenolic plug will only make the joint stronger IMO.

 

[manwon]

The installation of an epoxied phenolic plug will only make the joint stronger IMO.

Very good advise as always KJ, that is exactly what I was going to say. I have been doing this for a number of years with no problem at.

Take care

 

[J.T.450r]

thanks everyone

 

[Eric Wynne]

I used a few uni's years ago and didn't like their weakness... I use the radial pin with phenolic insert on all my jump breaks ... Recess radial to only 4 threads , very strong joint that plays well ...