How does ball joint work, does it have a kind of screw to tight it up ....or will it become loose after some rotations ?
283283
Yes, it has a plastic threaded screw and nut. I've had mine installed for about a month and it seems to be holding well so far.
283284
the truth that well .. but I leave in one tight position .. so far not had any problems
283285
You have a threaded piece on the back of the mount, and a cap that goes on. So you'll put the cap over the arm on the base, push the ball into the threaded piece on the back of the mount, and then screw the cap on to keep it in place.
283286
I just purchased it. Returning it for this reason. I tightened it to the max and it still does not hold it's position.
1625424
Do you mean install balljoint into spindle? The balljoint doesn't come out of control arm. It does take a little effort to get it back to the spindle but a big pry bar will do the trick.
1357193
Mine turns with the stiffness you want (so it doesn't slip easily) but it's not uncomfortably tight and moves freely when turned. Try working it a bit to see if it just needs the tightness worked out of it. Otherwise you may want to swap it if you think it hurts your ability to freely make adjustments.
1934867
Yes. It can be adjusted up down and side to side 360 degrees. It's on a ball joint.
1611524
Hello Laura, The bottom bracket is reverse threaded so it does not come loose when pedaling. As far as the size wrench you need i'm not 100% but you could use a crescent wrench to loosen the nut. We do not manufacturer this bottom bracket so I do not know the exact size mm for the ball bearings. let me know if this info helps you at all. Thank you!
2221026
There are 2 rivets that attach the clamp to the ball socket. There also appears to be a very small allen screw (which I couldn't remove) that may hold the ball socket assembly together. Hope this helps.John
973490
Yes, it swivels on a ball joint with an twist down lock nut. Only problem you might run into is the the power cord feeds into it at the bottom in the center, it will just depend on the plug configuration or if you want to run it on battery power.
1737009
That's what I thought initially. Well, it snaps :) just use more force to snap it in, no worries, you won't break it :) after you use enough force, you should feel/hear as it clicks in and them it will be tight and stable.
2020338
Just give it a twist and it tightens. I've had mine for a couple of years and it works great.
1228063
It will jiggle depending on how stable the socket is that you plug it in to. If you have it adjusted to hang the GPS to the side, it will slowly creep downward. There are 2 adjustable joints, one with a knob, one with a wing nut. I have removed the second section in some cases, making it have only one joint, plus the ball socket, Thant makes it shorter but more stable. It would be difficult to change the cord length. You would have to splice it. It is not too long. It can be wrapped around the stalk to keep it from dangling. I like this unit and would buy it again.
1330233
No it is a simple spot welded ball bearing system, to adjust rotation simply insert a screw with nylon cap into the bottom wood piece and adjust as required
1356420
It has two solid surfaces with ball bearings between them. It rotates very smoothly, yet the surface provides stability by staying in place as you swivel it.
1275227
It is solid, it does not spin freely relative to the rest of the fitting. To screw it on you must turn the entire fitting.
1062918
No its loose. It only stays because of the snap. But that will break so its useless
1836576
Make sure the ball end fits into the socket snugly then tighten. If I remember correctly, I heard a "snap" or "pop" when it was in correctly. I took mine on a 1500 mile trip and it never loosened or popped off. I hope this helps.
1892836
The one I got needed adjusting. I suggest that you loosen the bolts. Start with a 1/8 or 1/4 turn until the joint moves. You do not want it to move freely, the friction is what will keep it where you want. You may need to also use a little WD-40 spray lubricant. Just do not over use.
937725
Are you talking about the ball itself? Yes, its on there...tight. Its supposed to be, hence the reason for the size of the shank and nut. You'll need the appropriate sized socket in 1/2 or 3/4" drive and a long breaker bar to fit it. A large Crescent wrench will fit the ball at its base to hold it while the nut is loosened.