button/switch repair
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- FreeTheArmy
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button/switch repair
i have a few OTFs. the Piranha Excal., the Microtech Troodon, a Microtech Ultratech Clone (all black, stamped with an airborne symbol on the clip), and a 7" italian OTF (some sellers call these the small Sinatra).
the 7" i've had for years and years, it's a fun little toy, and was hoping for it to be the first to hand down to my kid. however...
the button has detached from the internal mechanism. i removed the front scales and soldered it back on which held for about a week (maybe 20 times open/close).
the solder is not holding. i've gone through a few types of solder short or silver. but perhaps there is a metal bonding that will be more secure?
i saw a material to material breakdown review of the DKW Sandshark. the narrator stated that the small springs attached to the locking mechanisms were held in-place by a bonding agent.
anyone know this bonding agent??? or perhaps have a suggestion?
the 7" i've had for years and years, it's a fun little toy, and was hoping for it to be the first to hand down to my kid. however...
the button has detached from the internal mechanism. i removed the front scales and soldered it back on which held for about a week (maybe 20 times open/close).
the solder is not holding. i've gone through a few types of solder short or silver. but perhaps there is a metal bonding that will be more secure?
i saw a material to material breakdown review of the DKW Sandshark. the narrator stated that the small springs attached to the locking mechanisms were held in-place by a bonding agent.
anyone know this bonding agent??? or perhaps have a suggestion?
"Everyone is your neighbor."
Re: button/switch repair
What about JB weld?
- FreeTheArmy
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Re: button/switch repair
JB weld... I've never used it. I suppose its worth a shot. Thanks!
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- FreeTheArmy
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Re: button/switch repair
JB weld. wow. i think i've fallen in love. thanks leighdog. perfect suggestion.
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Re: button/switch repair
Im glad it worked.Im not sure how long it will last but its good stuff.Im glad to help you.
- whippersnapper
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Re: button/switch repair
I admit to using JB on lots of things, but never a knife. A couple months ago I patched a hole in the oil pan of my truck with the stuff.
- FreeTheArmy
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Re: button/switch repair
Well, I've seen my old man use it on a few things around the farm, but nothing this small, just a wheelbarrow, a pot belly stove, and a freezer door.
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Re: button/switch repair
Its great stuff.
Re: button/switch repair
JB Weld? A tube? Never heard of it....
- whippersnapper
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Re: button/switch repair
Tom, it's a 2 part epoxy kind of stuff. The original comes with 2 tubes (hardener and steel resin). Mix equal parts together and it sets up pretty strong. There are a few different kinds including one called waterweld that is supposed to work in water.
It can usually be found in the automotive section in stores.
http://jbweld.net/index.php
It can usually be found in the automotive section in stores.
http://jbweld.net/index.php
Re: button/switch repair
Thanks for the info!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Re: button/switch repair
Fantastic. i use JB all the time, for all kinds of stuff, but wouldn't have thought of it for repairing an OTF spring action. great suggestion.