quick fix for slipping blade clamps

[thumbs]

We have all tried to sand the ends of the bade clamps, but for me without too much success. I saw a posting on you tube where a guy put a nut on the set screw of the clamp--with just the end showing , rub the bolt across some sand paper--My EX-21 is having troubles so I ordered a new set of clamp screw. I put a #6 metric bolt on the set screw (old one), ran it over some 80 grit and the set crew is nice and flat and the clamps work great--sooooo if you are having trouble try this. better 10 cents than $12---Richard aka thumbs

[tvman44]

Think I'd try some lock-tite.

[thumbs]

lock-tite won't make the end of the set screw flat--only makes it stay in place--Richard aka thumbs

[jimbo]

Thanks Richard I will try that I have had a lot of trouble of late with slipping blades both top and bottom, nener thought of the grub screw
Jimbo

[tvman44]

Ok, I thought you were having a problem with the screw backing out.

[tux_linux]

ah, the nut is there to get the upright angle while sanding. great Idea!

[jimbo]

Thanks Richard it worked haven't had a blade slip for 2 days
Jimbo