I purchased this vise and the end caps of the handle don't fit at all, they're way too loose to stay on. Am I missing something? Do I need to glue them on?
1679609
Yes. I glued them with wood glue and predrilled and countersunk for a small screw in each end. Another alternative would be get a 12" black iron pipe and two end caps and get rid of the wooden handle provided. This would give you more leverage but you really don't need that much. Besides, if your shop is cold the pipe will be cold to the touch also. Your choice.
1679610
I don't recomend gluing them on for the simple reason if you need to change it or take them off for a reason you won't be able too because their glued. I recomend screwing the end cap on with a flat head Kreg screw. I hope this helps u out.
1679611
glue them on or drill tiny hole in each end cap & into handle. then use correct size screw to fasten them on. that way you can always remove them later on if needed.
609452
I had the exact same problem! I finally just pulled the handle straight out with pretty strong force and it came out. Good luck.
1399546
Annie ... I had no problem getting the end cap to stay in place. I simply place the end-cap on the handle, then turned it over and struck it fairly hard on the floor.
102135
I also am an avid crafter! I put several spools to a test, and if the end cap is removed a 1/2 inch hole in the ribbon spool will fit very well. It will not fit the smaller ribbon hole. Once you put the ribbon on you could replace the end cap and keep the ribbon from falling off. GREAT IDEA!
111733
I almost dread to answer just in case I'm wrong, but the end caps haven't changed for awhile so I would think they would fit. You may need to adapt the screw holes.
345735
Yeah, it can be a bit stiff to unscrew, therefore making it less obvious. The tailcap is only the last few millimeters, so grip only that part. I needed a pliers with a towel around them (to prevent toolmarks) when my batteries *finally* died. I also had a little trouble figuring out where exactly to unscrew, so you're not alone.
1478306
I've had a similar problem. The only thing I've done is squeze the handles together above and below the pivot with a screwdriver. This has worked for me - I hope this helps. Best Regards - Philip
313396
I simply tightened it by twisting handle & had no problem. Sorry I couldn't be of more help.
1073959
Answer here..I have been using mine quite regularly and my handle does not need to be constantly tightened. You might want to try a drop or two of glue to hold it securely.
961754
The bolt and nylock nut may be to tight, just loosen both just enough that the arms move freely. The amount that you loosen them should be very minute at first and a small amount of some type of spray lube is okay too. The wood screws it came with should also be replaced with a higher quality screw And pre drill out the holes first before shooting screws into studs. I really like mine. Hope this helps.
279655
The screw that is used is a Phillips head, and the plastic cap has a "stem" that is shaped to conform to the head of the screw. Try rotating the cap until it "settles" into the shape of the screw head. It might still be somewhat loose, but it's the best you can hope for.
110413
I actually had to use the hardware from my old one to get this product to work...luckily I had the spring section and screws...but the silver price is supposed to be broken down to the right size for your handle with plyers...if that doesn't help I'm sorry. I would return it for a refund and order elsewhere
280971
Make sure you follow the written and pictures in the instructions. The handle should snap in then. Can't explain more than that. I had no problems.
503725
Sorry, but I did not experience this issue so I can't really help you. If you can get enough grip with the vice grips, remember to twist out and not pull due to the threads on the screw.
832610
The end caps didn't fit at first. I used an exacto knife on them, cleaned them up and used a dumbbell to hammer them on.
2034688
Can't say, mine came with handles for X/Y rotation; I can't remember if they were included in package or if they were already installed on vise, regardless, the vise I received had both handles.
1399545
Mine didn't initially want to go on, but I pressed down on it, hard, and screwed it in place at the same time. Two things, make sure that you tighten it in a clockwise direction looking down on it, and firmly grasp the section just below where you're screwing the end cap on so that you don't accidentally bow or break the handle.I hope that's of some help.