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Old 02-12-2008, 01:20 PM
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how the hell do i remove it. it vibrates like hell. i see where there is something holding it on, but it doesnt look like i can turn it. so do i punch that little thing out or what. thanks for the help. Dan
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Old 02-12-2008, 01:53 PM
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I believe it's riveted on.
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so do i have to drill it out or tap it out. and do i just screw it back in or what. thanks
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Yes it'll have to be drilled out.

Then I would probably tap it and try to put a set screw on it, so you could tighten it down...
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ok man. thanks a lot. thats what i'll do.
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i hear if u shove a thin piece of metal in there that will do the trick too!
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well i will try that first since its the easiest. thanks.
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yeah just stuff it with some sort of shim. Thats the best way to go. You dont wanna mess with the rivet.
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i was actually thinking of putting something really thin in there. makes me feel good im not the only one that has thought of that. haha.
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