Fixin’ my knob!
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Topic: Fixin’ my knob!
Posted By: BuffaloBFN
Subject: Fixin’ my knob!
Date Posted: May-10-2009 at 10:42pm
Randy, you are indeed the master. I pulled a few tricks from your bag and wound up here. I'd have 2 more if I hadn't messed up the inserts.  It was really hard wood... 
Could someone with a knob like mine get me a few measurements? I'm planning to make a few more. 
That's my ugly one on the left. Thanks John.
My first knob...I'm told it's too small?!!?  ------------- http://correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=2331&sort=&pagenum=12&yrstart=1986&yrend=1990" rel="nofollow - 1988 BFN-sold "It's a Livin' Thing...What a Terrible Thing to Lose" ELO |
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Posted By: skicat
Date Posted: May-10-2009 at 11:29pm
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Greg,
I have one I replaced on my BFN. You want it to use as a pattern? ------------- Greg http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=2427&yrstart=1981&yrend=1985" rel="nofollow - 86 BFN |
Posted By: BuffaloBFN
Date Posted: May-10-2009 at 11:36pm
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Thanks Greg, I would. We'll catch up soon; toss it in your glove box. I wouldn't mind a ride south whenever you put in.
I'd like to know the 'standard' length and top diameter...the rest is style! LOL ------------- http://correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=2331&sort=&pagenum=12&yrstart=1986&yrend=1990" rel="nofollow - 1988 BFN-sold "It's a Livin' Thing...What a Terrible Thing to Lose" ELO |
Posted By: 8122pbrainard
Date Posted: May-10-2009 at 11:43pm
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OK Greg, What woods? Zebra and Rose wood? I'd say you also put brass thread inserts in them? They look great!! ------------- /diaries/details.asp?ID=1622" rel="nofollow - 54 Atom /diaries/details.asp?ID=2179" rel="nofollow - 77 Tique 64 X55 Dunphy Keep it original, Pete < |
Posted By: BuffaloBFN
Date Posted: May-10-2009 at 11:52pm
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Thank you sir!
They are brass inserts...and you're close. Bocote and Cocobolo We have another rainy day here tomorrow(lake is way up!) so I'll get some more brass and try Wenge. Amy doesn't really like wenge, but I think it'll look great with the black dash. ------------- http://correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=2331&sort=&pagenum=12&yrstart=1986&yrend=1990" rel="nofollow - 1988 BFN-sold "It's a Livin' Thing...What a Terrible Thing to Lose" ELO |
Posted By: BuffaloBFN
Date Posted: May-11-2009 at 12:03am
Pete, I'll post another pic soon...pick the one you want and I'll bring it to GL.  ------------- http://correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=2331&sort=&pagenum=12&yrstart=1986&yrend=1990" rel="nofollow - 1988 BFN-sold "It's a Livin' Thing...What a Terrible Thing to Lose" ELO |
Posted By: phatsat67
Date Posted: May-11-2009 at 12:17am
Good lookin knobs BFN. I ordered a new one from ski DIM for 15 bucks. Now I polish it regularly......
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Posted By: jbear
Date Posted: May-11-2009 at 12:43am
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There is so much to work with in your first post that I just gotta pass...way to easy.
Great looking boat, awesome looking engine, we all know it looks great under the floor, hot looking wife.....yeah.....fix the knob. john ------------- "Loud pipes save lives" AdamT sez "I'm Canadian and a beaver lover myself"... |
Posted By: Morfoot
Date Posted: May-11-2009 at 9:07am
Can't pass this one up...............Greg, if I need a knob job I'll be sure to give you a call. I got your # Dude! ------------- "Morfoot; He can ski. He can wakeboard.He can cook chicken.He can create his own self-named beverage, & can also apparently fly. A man of many talents."72 Mustang "Kermit",88 SN Miss Scarlett, 99 SN "Sherman" |
Posted By: lewy2001
Date Posted: May-11-2009 at 10:17am
Hollywood's computer must be down. ------------- If you're going through hell, keep going http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=2999" rel="nofollow - 89 Ski <a href="http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=5685" ta |
Posted By: hasbeenskier
Date Posted: May-11-2009 at 10:49am
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Greg,
I have not been able to find any inserts with the right threads do you know a source? bj Call me if you get a minute. 727-612-4772 bj ------------- hasbeenskier |
Posted By: BuffaloBFN
Date Posted: May-11-2009 at 11:49am
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Does anyone know for sure if these should be 3/8 x 24 or 3/8 x 16? Skidim says 3/8 x 24 and I've been using 16's.
It's a little late to be asking.
I did order 3/8 x 24 from Mcmaster for comparison. ------------- http://correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=2331&sort=&pagenum=12&yrstart=1986&yrend=1990" rel="nofollow - 1988 BFN-sold "It's a Livin' Thing...What a Terrible Thing to Lose" ELO |
Posted By: mndanielsncsu
Date Posted: May-11-2009 at 12:40pm
| The thread on my 93 Sport is 3/8 x 24 |
Posted By: BuffaloBFN
Date Posted: May-11-2009 at 12:51pm
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Thanks Matt...and a big thanks to HBS for saving me from wasting material!
The threads on my morse were buggered to start with; guess I cleaned them up a little. Pete, why does a new 3/8 x 16 bolt thread right into my old knob? Maybe it's buggered too? Doesn't look it. ------------- http://correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=2331&sort=&pagenum=12&yrstart=1986&yrend=1990" rel="nofollow - 1988 BFN-sold "It's a Livin' Thing...What a Terrible Thing to Lose" ELO |
Posted By: critter
Date Posted: May-11-2009 at 1:31pm
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Greg, I have been told that my knob looks aged and used. I would be interested in replacing my knob with one of your nice younger looking knobs.
My Morse only has a few threads so the insert would have to be even with the bottom of the knob. I mention this because I picked up a knob at GL last year but the threads begin too far up in the knob and I could not get it to hold tight to the lever. ------------- 1980 Ski Nautique 1966 Barracuda |
Posted By: nautiless
Date Posted: May-11-2009 at 1:44pm
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This topic could get out of hand.... ------------- 1982 SN 2001 RIP (Resto in Progress) http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=4400 - Don's Diary |
Posted By: BuffaloBFN
Date Posted: May-11-2009 at 1:52pm
I hope it does!
JBear, you said it was too easy...have at it!
Roger, you're a sik puppy, but I'll be glad to help! ------------- http://correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=2331&sort=&pagenum=12&yrstart=1986&yrend=1990" rel="nofollow - 1988 BFN-sold "It's a Livin' Thing...What a Terrible Thing to Lose" ELO |
nautiless wrote:Posted By: Hollywood
Date Posted: May-11-2009 at 2:01pm
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Nice knobs! What did you do to get that shine? They look wet. ------------- |
Posted By: Randy_in_Ohio
Date Posted: May-11-2009 at 2:03pm
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Nice looking knob Greg. I'm not sure where you find these woods that I've never heard of but they sure are pretty.
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Posted By: critter
Date Posted: May-11-2009 at 2:09pm
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Would the proper term here be "Knob" or "Woody" ?
All the ones displayed here are made of differnet woods ... ------------- 1980 Ski Nautique 1966 Barracuda |
Posted By: boat dr
Date Posted: May-11-2009 at 2:38pm
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[QUOTE=critter] Greg, I have been told that my knob looks aged and used. I would be interested in replacing my knob with one of your nice younger looking knobs.
Critter, wives have a way of protecting us from our age.My knob too, looks aged, but still will get the job done. Pete will likely have a word on originality.Period correct will show its age but still perform the required task. I think I have all my bases covered,,,,,,,Boat dr ------------- boat dr /diaries/details.asp?ID=4631 - 1949 Dart /diaries/details.asp?ID=1533 - 1964 American Skier |
Posted By: BuffaloBFN
Date Posted: May-11-2009 at 2:39pm
I'm using the same spray finish that the master used(RIO), and then I have a set of acrylic sanding pads that go to 12,000 grit...lots of polishing! 
And thanks guys! I wasn't sure how the exotic wood would go over. ------------- http://correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=2331&sort=&pagenum=12&yrstart=1986&yrend=1990" rel="nofollow - 1988 BFN-sold "It's a Livin' Thing...What a Terrible Thing to Lose" ELO |
Posted By: Donald80SN
Date Posted: May-11-2009 at 3:10pm
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My 1980 is a 3/8 x 24 Thread. I just purchased a new one from Ski Dim this winter.
BE CAREFUL!!!!!!!!!! I hear that you can go blind from polishing your own knob !!!!!!!!
I starting loosing my eyesight at 40 years of age. I will be blind by 50 but happy. Donald ------------- 1980 Ski Nautique SOLD Back to Cypress Gardens 2002 Sport Nautique, GT-40, FCT2, Cover Sports, Tower Bimini, Inc., Wet Sounds Audio System, Star Gazer Wake Edition S. 1968 Ski Nautique, Project. |
Posted By: BuffaloBFN
Date Posted: May-11-2009 at 3:48pm
You're not getting a knob job from me... You and Kim pick a w/e and yall can polish your own!!! ------------- http://correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=2331&sort=&pagenum=12&yrstart=1986&yrend=1990" rel="nofollow - 1988 BFN-sold "It's a Livin' Thing...What a Terrible Thing to Lose" ELO |
Posted By: BuffaloBFN
Date Posted: May-11-2009 at 3:52pm
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Thanks Donald, I'm sure skidim researched this and I have the 3/8 x 24 on the way.
Looks like I have a knob for every occasion now as mine will stay 3/8 x 16 ?!!? ------------- http://correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=2331&sort=&pagenum=12&yrstart=1986&yrend=1990" rel="nofollow - 1988 BFN-sold "It's a Livin' Thing...What a Terrible Thing to Lose" ELO |
Posted By: BuffaloBFN
Date Posted: May-11-2009 at 7:40pm
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Talk about customer service...I ordered the 3/8 x 24 inserts this morning from McMaster Carr and they're here already.
My guess is this company will stay in business! ------------- http://correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=2331&sort=&pagenum=12&yrstart=1986&yrend=1990" rel="nofollow - 1988 BFN-sold "It's a Livin' Thing...What a Terrible Thing to Lose" ELO |
Posted By: The Godfather
Date Posted: May-11-2009 at 8:24pm
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Greg, are you looking for decals for the hull?
Dave |
Posted By: harddock
Date Posted: May-11-2009 at 8:49pm
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I'm gettin knob envy ------------- http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=4487" rel="nofollow - 1998 Ski Nautique |
Posted By: BuffaloBFN
Date Posted: May-11-2009 at 8:53pm
Yes...and if you know where some are, you could make Amy a happy gal! 770-536-2328 ------------- http://correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=2331&sort=&pagenum=12&yrstart=1986&yrend=1990" rel="nofollow - 1988 BFN-sold "It's a Livin' Thing...What a Terrible Thing to Lose" ELO |
Posted By: BuffaloBFN
Date Posted: May-11-2009 at 8:57pm
Kevin, I've heard that is a serious condition. I don't know much about it, but I bet it'll be on Oprah and Dr Walrus next week. ------------- http://correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=2331&sort=&pagenum=12&yrstart=1986&yrend=1990" rel="nofollow - 1988 BFN-sold "It's a Livin' Thing...What a Terrible Thing to Lose" ELO |
Posted By: The Godfather
Date Posted: May-12-2009 at 1:23am
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Greg,if you and Amy like surprizes then you will see some magic for you at GL.
I will not say anymore till then. But I will call you tomorrow. And remember don't eat that.. 
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Posted By: 79TiqueRebuild
Date Posted: May-12-2009 at 2:12am
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Its back
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Posted By: BuffaloBFN
Date Posted: May-12-2009 at 11:47am
Now that I see what 3/8 x 24 is, I can tell that my old knob is 3/8 x 16. Bet that's how my handle got buggered! ------------- http://correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=2331&sort=&pagenum=12&yrstart=1986&yrend=1990" rel="nofollow - 1988 BFN-sold "It's a Livin' Thing...What a Terrible Thing to Lose" ELO |
Posted By: BuffaloBFN
Date Posted: May-12-2009 at 10:03pm
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Which profile do you like best? Which is your favorite species? Left to right-old knob, douglas fir, cocobolo, bocote, wenge(unfinished), bocote. Sitting on cocobolo and sapele behind it.
If anyone has a pic of a profile they like better...  ------------- http://correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=2331&sort=&pagenum=12&yrstart=1986&yrend=1990" rel="nofollow - 1988 BFN-sold "It's a Livin' Thing...What a Terrible Thing to Lose" ELO |
Posted By: The Godfather
Date Posted: May-12-2009 at 10:19pm
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I like the one on the end to the right..
I like BIG knobs..hehe
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Posted By: Randy_in_Ohio
Date Posted: May-12-2009 at 10:41pm
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I like the shape of the second one from the right(douglas fir. but I think I like the color of that wenge wood, I bet it would look real nice finished. ------------- http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=1602&yrstart=1991&yrend=1995" rel="nofollow - 1993 Sport Nautique |
Posted By: bwana50
Date Posted: May-12-2009 at 10:56pm
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Those look great! Makes me wish I had a lathe to try it. My SN has purple trim, so a purpleheart knob would be very cool - but it eventually fades to a brownish color...
------------- 1996 Ski Nautique |
Posted By: hasbeenskier
Date Posted: May-12-2009 at 11:11pm
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I too like the wenge. I am interested in the inserts you got, Are they knurled with a flange?.
bj ------------- hasbeenskier |
Posted By: critter
Date Posted: May-13-2009 at 12:43am
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I like the Bocote on the right and then the Douglas Fir 2nd best.
Are any of these mine Greg ? 
------------- 1980 Ski Nautique 1966 Barracuda |
Posted By: skicat
Date Posted: May-13-2009 at 1:59am
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Greg,
I found the knob I took off the BFN. It is on the way tomorrow. Bocote with the original shape!! ------------- Greg http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=2427&yrstart=1981&yrend=1985" rel="nofollow - 86 BFN |
Posted By: Morfoot
Date Posted: May-13-2009 at 9:02am
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I like my knobs dark. I agree with skicat. Bocote with the original shape then the Wenge. As always...Nice craftsmanship Greg. You get a A! ------------- "Morfoot; He can ski. He can wakeboard.He can cook chicken.He can create his own self-named beverage, & can also apparently fly. A man of many talents."72 Mustang "Kermit",88 SN Miss Scarlett, 99 SN "Sherman" |
Posted By: WakeSlayer
Date Posted: May-13-2009 at 9:54am
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Cocobolo in the shape of the far right for my Super Air, and the bocote #4 for the Mustang.
Those look fantastic, Greg, nice work! Paypal or cash? heh heh. No really. ------------- Mike N 1968 Mustang |
Posted By: BuffaloBFN
Date Posted: May-13-2009 at 10:05am
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Thanks guys and I appreciate the input!
Greg, are you going to drop that in the mail or are you going to be on the lake today? BJ, they are McMaster part # 90016A034. They are a straight, self tapping, brass insert. They have a knock-in that I like better and has a flange, but then I run into thread size or material(steel) problems. Maybe we could get one of our engineers to dig through McMaster for whatever I'm missing?
These are also a PITA to thread into the harder woods. I'm going to get a tapered tap when I get a chance. ------------- http://correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=2331&sort=&pagenum=12&yrstart=1986&yrend=1990" rel="nofollow - 1988 BFN-sold "It's a Livin' Thing...What a Terrible Thing to Lose" ELO |
Posted By: BuffaloBFN
Date Posted: May-13-2009 at 10:11am
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The plan is to bring a few to GL once I get the bugs worked out.
Randy, how is the lacquer holding up? ------------- http://correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=2331&sort=&pagenum=12&yrstart=1986&yrend=1990" rel="nofollow - 1988 BFN-sold "It's a Livin' Thing...What a Terrible Thing to Lose" ELO |
Posted By: eric lavine
Date Posted: May-13-2009 at 10:14am
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any interest in aluminum, stainless or even bronze knobs? ------------- "the things you own will start to own you" |
Posted By: 81nautique
Date Posted: May-13-2009 at 10:25am
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Greg, This thread is like the off topics stuff I try to avoid but I have to say "nice work". ------------- You can’t change the wind but you can adjust your sails |
Posted By: skicat
Date Posted: May-13-2009 at 10:29am
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Greg- I am going to drop it in the mail. I would think you would have it tomorrow. ------------- Greg http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=2427&yrstart=1981&yrend=1985" rel="nofollow - 86 BFN |
Posted By: BuffaloBFN
Date Posted: May-13-2009 at 11:28am
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Many thanks Greg...now I'll have the correct dimensions! Do you mind if I keep it until GL? Or I can make a template and get it right back to you.
Slippery slope Alan?
And Thanks! ------------- http://correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=2331&sort=&pagenum=12&yrstart=1986&yrend=1990" rel="nofollow - 1988 BFN-sold "It's a Livin' Thing...What a Terrible Thing to Lose" ELO |
Posted By: nates78ski
Date Posted: May-13-2009 at 12:52pm
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I like the Shape of the one farthest to the right.
I like the color of the one 3rd from Left (cocobolo) Nice Work, Man! Nate ------------- Nathan http://correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=1463&sort=&pagenum=3&yrstart=1978&yrend=1978" rel="nofollow - My '78 Ski Nautique <a href="http://photobucket.com/Nates78ski" rel="nofoll |
Posted By: Randy_in_Ohio
Date Posted: May-13-2009 at 2:36pm
It's holding up good. Looks as good as the day I did it.
I just love posting pics of my knob! ------------- http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=1602&yrstart=1991&yrend=1995" rel="nofollow - 1993 Sport Nautique |
Posted By: BuffaloBFN
Date Posted: May-13-2009 at 7:34pm
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Thanks Randy, glad your knob is in good shape!
Thanks Nate, I have to appreciate a compliment from a fellow woodworker.
Keith, which one should I bring for the guy who got us all together? Don't worry, I'm only gonna charge you double. ------------- http://correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=2331&sort=&pagenum=12&yrstart=1986&yrend=1990" rel="nofollow - 1988 BFN-sold "It's a Livin' Thing...What a Terrible Thing to Lose" ELO |
Posted By: Hollywood
Date Posted: May-13-2009 at 7:44pm
A large ebony. ------------- |
Posted By: Keith
Date Posted: May-13-2009 at 7:46pm
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Greg,
They all look great! If I had my choice, I like the color of the cocobolo and the profile of the bocote. I'll bring the checkbook. 
-Keith ------------- Former: /diaries/details.asp?ID=6170" rel="nofollow - 97 Sport Nautique 1994 Ski Nautique 86 Silver Nautique 79 Mustang |
Posted By: bkhallpass
Date Posted: May-13-2009 at 7:57pm
I second these votes. BKH ------------- Livin' the Dream |
Posted By: BuffaloBFN
Date Posted: May-13-2009 at 8:53pm
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Keith, your's would only cost a smile and a hand shake. Consider it done...and which bocote profile(left to right, # 4 or #6)?
On a serious note guys and specifically Keith, I can't say how much appreciation I have for this web site and the friends Amy and I have made here. The general condition of our boat is a testament to the quality of people who frequent this little 'neighborhood' and the time and knowlege CCFan members have given to us is beyond generous. I joke around a lot and I'm sure I've bent a nose or two with my politics, but thanks to all! And see you there!!!
HW, is this going to crash the site?!!? ------------- http://correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=2331&sort=&pagenum=12&yrstart=1986&yrend=1990" rel="nofollow - 1988 BFN-sold "It's a Livin' Thing...What a Terrible Thing to Lose" ELO |
Posted By: quinner
Date Posted: May-13-2009 at 9:53pm
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Greg,
Great Knob Job! HW is looking at those and thinking "Wow, I need a new bicycle seat". ------------- http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=1143" rel="nofollow - Mi Bowt |
Posted By: The Godfather
Date Posted: May-13-2009 at 10:54pm
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Well spoken Greg, some thing's money can not buy here...
Dave |
Posted By: skicat
Date Posted: May-14-2009 at 12:43am
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Greg,
I am sure Keith would accept one of your knobs for the give aways at Green Lake.
Mine is in the mail to you. Once you get all of the dimensions from it, you can cut it open if you would like to check out the insert. It already is cracked & I bet we could work out a trade! ------------- Greg http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=2427&yrstart=1981&yrend=1985" rel="nofollow - 86 BFN |
Posted By: BuffaloBFN
Date Posted: May-19-2009 at 8:55pm
I think this is an excellent idea! And Greg, I'm thinking the trade should be a new knob since you have clearly worn your's out!
Seriously Keith, I'll be making you one and at least one other for the event. I do wish you'd specify a profile to go with your cocobolo. 
Left to right... 1-Skicat's old knob...is this the profile CC used or is it aftermarket? 2-unfinished cocobolo 3-someone mentioned ebony 4-cocobolo meant for Keith but it's a very different shape 5-wenge 6-sapele...yall gotta see this wink in the sun 7-wenge...they look much better in person 8,9,and 10 are from the last post...D fir, cocobolo, and bocote The #4 bocote from my last pic found its way to the BFN. ------------- http://correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=2331&sort=&pagenum=12&yrstart=1986&yrend=1990" rel="nofollow - 1988 BFN-sold "It's a Livin' Thing...What a Terrible Thing to Lose" ELO |
Posted By: 8122pbrainard
Date Posted: May-19-2009 at 9:45pm
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Greg,
Are you using the barbed inserts or the self tapping that thread in? I really don't have a preference but have used lots of the self tapping without problems. Looks like you've used some glue. Not a bad idea. Any of them come off in the lathe yet? ------------- /diaries/details.asp?ID=1622" rel="nofollow - 54 Atom /diaries/details.asp?ID=2179" rel="nofollow - 77 Tique 64 X55 Dunphy Keep it original, Pete < |
Posted By: BuffaloBFN
Date Posted: May-19-2009 at 10:19pm
Pete, I'm not posting this to bust your chops...it's just that you were one I hoped would go digging!
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Posted By: 8122pbrainard
Date Posted: May-19-2009 at 11:16pm
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How the H did I miss that! Sorry Greg! I do remember something about fine thread and coarse thread! Is it the threads per inch or the size you are having a problem with? The Mcmaster book is always open on my drawing table because I use them so much at work. I do find there web site one of the better ones for searching out items. I'd be happy to take a look. Some items are easier to find out of their book.
My mind must be slipping again or maybe it's the recent CCfan events that have it all screwed up!!! ------------- /diaries/details.asp?ID=1622" rel="nofollow - 54 Atom /diaries/details.asp?ID=2179" rel="nofollow - 77 Tique 64 X55 Dunphy Keep it original, Pete < |
Posted By: BuffaloBFN
Date Posted: May-20-2009 at 12:40am
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Pete, you're all over for everybody(which I commend!). I can see where you might miss a dumb 'ol buffalo post. LOL
McMaster has what I need in the wrong material or the right material and wrong threads. What I need is 3/8x24 with a flange in aluminum(what I got from Greg), brass or stainless. Pete, this info is what I found on their web site...your assistance in the catalog is MUCH appreciated!!! ------------- http://correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=2331&sort=&pagenum=12&yrstart=1986&yrend=1990" rel="nofollow - 1988 BFN-sold "It's a Livin' Thing...What a Terrible Thing to Lose" ELO |
Posted By: hasbeenskier
Date Posted: May-20-2009 at 9:38am
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Sorry to butt in. Greg, I have looked hard for the right inserts. The only option I have come up with is getting 5/16 aluminum with a flange, then drilling and re-tapping to correct thread
bj ------------- hasbeenskier |
Posted By: 8122pbrainard
Date Posted: May-20-2009 at 10:38am
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Bj,
I don't feel there will be enough wall to drill and tap the 5/16 out to 3/8. 3/8 is available. You would be better off getting a 3/8-16 and running the 24 tap through it. There's enough threads on the shifter arm to handle the load plus we aren't bolting down a cylinder head here!! Greg, You're correct that the 90016A034 is the only insert that I too can find with the 24 pitch. Yes it's brass and the screw in type but why don't you like the screw in? With the screw in I feel you would have less chance of splitting the wood. Take a look at 92105A420. These happen to be the same ones I've used. The last time was for "T" handle fastening the router table fence I put in my table saw extension table. I used 20 of them for muliple fence locations. These are the zinc/aluminum, with a flange and 33/64 length. (plenty of thread length) However, we're back to the pitch thread being coarse (16 pitch) but running a 24 tap as mentioned I feel will work. ------------- /diaries/details.asp?ID=1622" rel="nofollow - 54 Atom /diaries/details.asp?ID=2179" rel="nofollow - 77 Tique 64 X55 Dunphy Keep it original, Pete < |
Posted By: BuffaloBFN
Date Posted: May-20-2009 at 11:16am
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Oh well...
Thanks for taking a look Pete. Maybe it's time to check with Eric's machinist friend? I don't mind the screw-in or self-tapping insert, except that the part # I have has closer threads. It's not very forgiving on the harder woods. As it is, I'm drilling with a 33/64 bit when McMaster calls for 1/2; and then making threads in the blank before installation with epoxy. And no, I haven't had a single one break loose on the lathe yet. I should have called...this is tough to describe when I know we have creative Fans waiting for me to step in it! ------------- http://correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=2331&sort=&pagenum=12&yrstart=1986&yrend=1990" rel="nofollow - 1988 BFN-sold "It's a Livin' Thing...What a Terrible Thing to Lose" ELO |
Posted By: hasbeenskier
Date Posted: May-20-2009 at 11:21am
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Yep, either way, like you say we are not bolting down a cylinder head. I thing that gets me though is that some one out there has the exact part needed. I just have not found them.
Further, It is the challenge I groove on. bj ------------- hasbeenskier |
Posted By: hasbeenskier
Date Posted: May-20-2009 at 11:26am
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Greg, Good morning, Did you see the thread where I mentioned going to the lake for ten days? It has rained hard every minute since. I am thinking the lake has come up 10 to 12 inches.
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Posted By: BuffaloBFN
Date Posted: May-20-2009 at 11:33am
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And a good morning to you! I did see that...I posted that we just got back from the lake.
We have also gotten a lot of rain this year. I've had to move my dock in several times. Right now we have 30 mph winds from that tropical storm. Aren't those supposed to go to LA first? ------------- http://correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=2331&sort=&pagenum=12&yrstart=1986&yrend=1990" rel="nofollow - 1988 BFN-sold "It's a Livin' Thing...What a Terrible Thing to Lose" ELO |