I hear a lot about the problem with loose screws. Would Loctite help rid of the problem?
389964
i bought this for my dad back in august and we dont have to tighten it that much even without loctite, although, if you want any spring assist knife, it is going to loosen up every now and then but its not hard to tighten
2168574
I would contact either the manufacturer or the vendor. Usually they offer replacement kits for screws and other small parts. No experience with this particular item.
674593
YouTube it. There are a few videos that do a good job of explaining it and showing you what to do and not to do. But basically you just remove the screws, clean them real well using rubbing alcohol, then once they've dried you apply just a little Loctite(Blue, 242) to the sides of the screw using a q tip. Then you just let it sit for like a day and your ready to party. I went from tightening mine at least 9 times a day to not having to tighten it for the past 3 months and still going strong. Hope this helped
1219700
I noticed one of the bolts became a little bit loose after a particularly strenuous work out. I removed all of the bolts, used a little Loctite and put the bolts back in and tightened them. No more bacing out bolts. I hope this helps.
2174810
Yes. In fact that is what I used the lug for. I did need to remove the sling swivel from my gun to install. It is also very well built and solid.I see another review at indicated his came loose, I also had that problem upon initial installation but after I retightened I've had no further issues and did not use loctite. Good luck.
924021
Manufacturer strongly suggest that loctite screw-locking fluid (or any other brand) is applied as a mean to prevent loosening caused by strong recoil, this has worked for me as well.
662595
Also, I would suggest having a lubricant like WD-40, bar soap etc. as not all of the pre marked screw holes are exactly where they need to be. The lubricant helps the screw go in a little better. But watching the you tube video on assembly is a GREAT help to see how it is done.
2207164
I had no problems using the original screws. I would add that it helps if you have small hands.
2176018
I found that I had to adjust both screws at the same time to get the adjustments I needed, not just one at a time. It was frustrating at first, but patience will yield a good alignment. If one screw is tight it prevents the other from moving the unit.
1891737
I wouldn't hope for any relief from the manufacturer. I believe that they have gone under because all forms of contact have evaporated and I have had Amazon and Toby's tool shed try to make contact through their channels without success. As for repairs, the loppers themselves are pretty simple mechanically and the insides are pretty accessible by undoing the bolts. My guess is that one of the gears is hung up and just needs some gently persuasion to correct the problem. If you don't want to try or give up on them let me know. Good Luck. Jim
163845
I would return it as it is obviously defective, unless it happened since you received it. In that case, I don't know about finding the replacement screw. Sorry I can't help.
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It's up to you. I took that approach, put a small amount of Loctite on the end of the key, and it worked very well. Without Loctite (or equivalent product) no matter how you attach the unit it will shake loose after a couple of hundred rounds. As I regularly put 500 rounds of copper solid slug through my Remington 870 in a session, shaking loose wasn't a desirable trait. By the way, the buttstock I put on to replace the stock unit has a recoil spring that does a fabulous job of absorbing the recoil, otherwise my shoulder would be rather sore after a day's tactical session. With the spring stock I end the day without any discomfort at all. It's up to you. I took that approach, put a small amount of Loctite on the end of the key, and it worked very well. Without Loctite (or equivalent product) no matter how you attach the unit it will shake loose after a couple of hundred rounds. As I regularly put 500 rounds of copper solid slug through my Remington 870 in a session, shaking loose wasn't a desirable trait. By the way, the buttstock I put on to replace the stock unit has a recoil spring that does a fabulous job of absorbing the recoil, otherwise my shoulder would be rather sore after a day's tactical session. With the spring... » Read More It's up to you. I took that approach, put a small amount of Loctite on the end of the key, and it worked very well. Without Loctite (or equivalent product) no matter how you attach the unit it will shake loose after a couple of hundred rounds. As I regularly put 500 rounds of copper solid slug through my Remington 870 in a session, shaking loose wasn't a desirable trait. By the way, the buttstock I put on to replace the stock unit has a recoil spring that does a fabulous job of absorbing the recoil, otherwise my shoulder would be rather sore after a day's tactical session. With the spring stock I end the day without any discomfort at all. « Show Less
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i just tighten up the screws and i have not had any problem. it has been the best cart i have ever used. i wish i had had this one 7 years ago instead of wasting money on multiple different carts. you won't regret using this one.
989910
I contacted Lodge via their website and a Lodge representative wrote back: "The screws need to be tightened with a pair of pliers, and a screw driver. Hand tightening (which most people do) is not enough to secure it fully. Occasionally the wrong set of screws will be put in the pack ...let us know and we send new ones".
1767019
Try to loosen the screws a little if you recently tightened them. I use mine everyday multiple times a day for work opening boxes and cutting rope and other things mine works perfect but had a lot of wear on the finish.
873537
Check for any debris and then oil and if that does not work loosen the screws they could be too tight.
281047
Yes...it works great on mine. Be careful not to over tighten an use Loctite.