We noticed that the shaft sticks in the adaptor at times. Here's the fix.
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(I have made the shaft available in a "ready to go" version for
$12. This link will take you there)
A drill bit. I used a #31, which is just a couple thousands larger than 3mm. You can use a 1/8" bit or a #30 also.
A drill press really helps and a drill press with a vise is even better.
A butane torch.
Some boiling water.
A file or grinder to knock the burr off the holes.
Here's what you do:
Remove the plastic handle by putting it in boiling water for a
couple minutes.
Heat the ball end of the new shaft until it is cherry red, then
let it cool slowly. If you don't do this, you will need a carbide bit to
drill the hole and chances are good that it will break off, ruining the
bit and the shaft. I know...I broke 5 carbide bits before I tried the
torch trick and they aren't cheap. This shaft is HARD.
Drill two holes centered 10mm and 20mm from the ball end of the
new shaft. File or grind off any burrs then reassemble the shaft using
the original bolts.
Your done and now you have a shaft that will last much longer.
You don't need a ball on the end for any model that we know of. I've
been using one of these shafts on my Dynatron starter for years.
