Re: [Paddlewise] Problem with two piece paddle

Michael:
If the problem is that the holes for the push button spring have worn larger
than original.
The push buttons are avilable in differnt sizes. If your s is the smaller
get your self the next size up from yours and re-drill to fit the new lager
push button spring. I have a box full of them in asorted sizes both V and C
spring type.
If you figure out what size and type you need and send me your mailing
address back chanel I can send you a couple one or two sizes up from what
you have now.
If it is that the shaft fit has worn down, I would just brush on a coat or
two of epoxy (MAS or WEST not the 2 minute stuff) on the male side of the
ferule and build up the thicknes that way. Likely one coat should be enough,
and will need some sanding to fit again.

But honestly if you want to solve the problem for real build your self a
Greenland stick!!!!
;-)
regards:
Michael

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Michael Lampman" <mlampman_at_solitaireboats.com>
To: "paddlewise" <paddlewise_at_paddlewise.net>
Sent: Monday, January 24, 2005 2:21 PM
Subject: [Paddlewise] Problem with two piece paddle


> Hey all,
>
> I have a two piece bent shaft carbon paddle.  I have had it for four or
> five years.  I like it better than any other paddle I ever owned but it
> has developed a problem.  A bit of play has developed in the fit of the
> locking button and the hole it mates with.  It does not prevent me from
> using the paddle but is enough to be quite annoying.  It also seems to
> me that the movement will likely increase the problem very quickly.  An
> obvious solution is to simply glue the two parts together permanently
> but I paddle feathered or unfeathered depending on conditions.
>
> I hate the thought of using another paddle and hate even more the
> thought of shelling out at least $300 to replace it. Any suggestions
> for taking the play out?
>
> Cheers,
>
> Michael in Tallahassee
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