Viking insert

[Onepoolplayer]

I have a couple of request of shafts for Viking cue but do not know where I can obtain the proper insert for their semi-quick release pin. If anyone know and would share the info would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks.

Frank.

 

[Chopdoc]

Somebody here told me that a regular 5/16x18 thread insert just needed to be drilled. I don't remember the size, it might have been 7/16? Anyway, hopefully somebody will chime in about it.

Makes it easy if the 18 thread insert is already installed.



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[cueman]

Just measure the front barrell on their joint pin and get that size drill and run it through the 5/16-18 insert. Or just use a mini-boring bar and bore the inside of the insert until it slips over.

 

[RBC]

I believe 17/64 will do it.

It's 1/64 over 1/4.

Royce

 

[ddcuerepair]

I believe 17/64 will do it.

It's 1/64 over 1/4.

Royce

That's the one I use. Works fine.

 

[Chopdoc]

Yeah, that's what I was told. Now that I see it I remember.

Seems like a simple enough solution. At least simpler than replacing the insert.




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[DoubleDCues]

Viking

I have done a few shafts for the Vikings in the past. Now I prefer to offer a discount on a new cue and sell them a custom cue. Factory cues are OK, but they look awsome in a campfire!

 

[Chopdoc]

Yeah, I know what you mean. But you have to admit some of the very old Vikings are pretty cool. A totally different era though.


EDIT: Besides, the last Viking I picked up I got for $5, that's pretty hard to beat.



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[Onepoolplayer]

Thanks everyone for informative inputs:thumbup good thing I still have a few of the 18 inserts:smile: