The black o-ring was easy to remove, but the ball socket collar is really tight and I can't get a good grip to loosen it. Any tips?
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I didn't try. I used an X-acto knife to cut out the white plastic. As I said in my review, though, the newer model (manufactured in 2014 with the black lettering) is an inferior product to the one manufactured in prior years. You can tell the difference because the older ones have grey lettering and the jets extend from the shower head further.
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Mine was just REALLY tight. I believe it is a ball valve. I wonder if you put a tiny bit of oil on the ball in the inside and make sure it soaks in the crevices. I have no idea if this will work but since it is currently NOT working, what have you got to loose? Then if it loosens up you can work it a bit and you shouldn't have any more trouble....
880389
Any hardware store will have rubber grommet type o-rings that should help I have never had a problem with mine but I think that would be the easiest cheapest solution! Hope that helps.
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The ring should come off as needed. I'm afraid you May have cross threaded it. Gently but firmly try to loosen it so you don't break it. If that doesn't work I would find a way to put the question in to Singer. Oh heat May help too. Like a microwave wet towel or heating pad wrapped around it for a bit, but nothing hotter.
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I used both, O ring and then the metal collar. I have mixed emotions about these broadheads. Hit a deer at 12 yards the bolt went in on a slight angel behind the leg and went up and deflected along the spine all twisted up. This was the first time I used this point and it is the first time I didn't get a through and through...not sure why.
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Try spraying the circumference of the ring with a little dry silicone lube. It will loosen up some with use. It's weird that it fits great in the stored position. I didn't mess with it other than that. Not bad at all now.
413489
You do just pull. I rotated mine first...like if you were unscrewing it...then gently but firmly pulled holding the black part closest to the main body. It was snug but still didn't take a whole lot to free it. Hope this helps.
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If it is not a broken O-ring, then you might want to see your local paintball store and have them check it out. I've had mine since 2007 and this bad boy goes through O-rings like crazy. That aside, I would check in with the experts. Hope this helps!
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Yes, the o-rings are sufficient to hold securely. They are tight though and some force and work are required to remove and then reinstall. My wife uses it on both her road and mtn bike. Though it is most often on her road bike. I only have the mtn bike so I zip tied mine. If you move it frequently you will wear out the o-rings, though it will take a long time to do. This is a very high quality product. It will hold up to lots of use. Even switching it out. I would recommend a chopstick or something smooth and round of the sort to remove the o-rings. It will save your fingers and the rings. Hope that helps. Yes, the o-rings are sufficient to hold securely. They are tight though and some force and work are required to remove and then reinstall. My wife uses it on both her road and mtn bike. Though it is most often on her road bike. I only have the mtn bike so I zip tied mine. If you move it frequently you will wear out the o-rings, though it will take a long time to do. This is a very high quality product. It will hold up to lots of use. Even switching it out. I would recommend a chopstick or something smooth and round of the sort to remove the o-rings. It will save your fingers and the rings.... » Read More Yes, the o-rings are sufficient to hold securely. They are tight though and some force and work are required to remove and then reinstall. My wife uses it on both her road and mtn bike. Though it is most often on her road bike. I only have the mtn bike so I zip tied mine. If you move it frequently you will wear out the o-rings, though it will take a long time to do. This is a very high quality product. It will hold up to lots of use. Even switching it out. I would recommend a chopstick or something smooth and round of the sort to remove the o-rings. It will save your fingers and the rings. Hope that helps. « Show Less
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i just received mine and yes it is tight- -but i used channel lockes on it so i could get a good grip. turn it to the right and the ball will pop loose and it will turn alot easier with use (be sure the knob is point to the top so you can turn it to the right) ps this is not the model i want - i need the one with the solid brass knob, they work better.
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Yes, YOu just have to pull it off. There are actually two "O" rings - the big one at the bottom of the cartridge (you get a spare with the new cartridge, I think) and a small one on a ball at the bottom of the shaft. It's this ball with "O" ring which is making it difficult to pull the cartridge off. Go ahead and pull it off. Also it is this little "O" ring which is lubricated, not the big one. I am going by memory, but I've done it a few times over the years.
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It easy, unscrew 6 screws on top, clean and replace O ring if needed put new one evenly screw back screws. That it.
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The top does unscrew off, but it is very tight. After removing the top, remove the O-ring very carefully by sliding it over the threads (do not use a knife, use a pair of tweezers or something blunt) and then slide off the pocket clip. Slide the O-ring back on, screw the top back on (hand tighten) and you are good to go. No need to use a dremel tool or cut it off.
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Use a screwdriver to wedge down the side of the cap, and pry it out. The cap has a large flange at the bottom that keeps it secured in the ball. You have to force that flange to get it out. Then shake out the light/battery cage. Pay attention to the orientation of the battery cell, for which side is "+". To get the cap back in will seem impossible. What I use is common silicone spray. You can get it at a hardware store. Spray the cap with the silicone spray and it will be so slippery you will easily be able to squeeze the cap flange back into the ball and seat the cap.
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I had some problems getting the thing apart too. I uploaded a picture with instructions. Hold the lowest part of the base in one hand, and then unscrew the ring counterclockwise to get it apart. From some of the answers I've seen to questions, there must be different models being sold under the same name. I was able to to unscrew everything by hand (there's no Allan wrench needed).
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If you can't get one from the manufacturer, try using a rubber O ring which you can buy from your local hardware store.
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What we ended up doing is taking a very big flat-bladed screwdriver and wedging it in between one side of the hex bolt and the metal of the bottom bar. We then used a great big wrench to turn the ball to tighten it. (So we turned the ball and held the nut in place as opposed to holding the ball still and turning the nut). Doing it this way did mar the rubbery covering of the unit a little, but it also got the job done.