Mount Screw Hole On Top Handle Is Stripped Out

[ChipG]

The screw mount on top in the handle is stripped out. Has anyone else had this problem & how did you fix it?

Thanks!
Chip

[Spec-Comm]

The handle is made out of magnesium alloy so I don't know of a perfect way to fix that. Replacement of the top portion of the handle would be the best way. I don't know if we have that part instock.

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[Neal Buconjic]

You could probably use a tap and die set and make new threads, but you'd be forced to go the next size up - and it would become a non-standard size.

[crs127]

Or you can just get this

http://www.vfgadgets.com/grip-camera/hdv-handle-bracket

[Jeff Anderson]

Yeah I'd just get that thing above. although if you really want the original "look" you probably have enough metal there to install a helicoil and retain your original 1/4-20 size. Never worked with magnesium though, might want to consult with someone that has before you venture into that route. A good bicycle frame builder would be a good place to start.

[Dick Campbell]

helicoil best way to go

[ChipG]

Thanks guys!

Just found out the handel is $140.00 I can't go up a screw size, I like the helicoil idea and if that doesn't work the clamp. Since my hvx hangs from a suction sup on a car windshield the clamp might give me a little more play to move it around another inch or two.

Thanks!
Chip

[ChipG]

The handle is made out of magnesium alloy so I don't know of a perfect way to fix that. Replacement of the top portion of the handle would be the best way. I don't know if we have that part instock.

Andrew Hoffman
Vice President
Specialized Communications Corp.
20940 Twin Springs Dr.
Smithsburg, MD 21783-1510 USA
800-359-1858
301-790-0103
Fax: 301-790-0173
andrewh@spec-comm.com
www.spec-comm.com (http://www.spec-comm.com)

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New products being added daily!

Andrew,

Thank you! Emily sent me an email earlier this afternoon with a cheaper price for the part.

Thanks for having someone contact me.

Chip

[Steve Laramie]

tap and dye kit would work fine. Just make sure its 1/4-20