Bob D
(sage)
07/01/09 10:07 AM
Re: CGEM modified counterweight shaft

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The weakest point of any shaft that can be made for the CGEM is the M16x2 thread since it is the smallest diameter on the shaft and the only part of the equation that can't be changed. We did not use a thread relief (groove) on the new shafts in order to increase ridgidity of this critical end.





Deven, How do the CGEM and Atlas mounts compare in this regard?

Also, after installing your repacement shafts on both the CGEM and the Atlas, which mount then gives the better overall performance on supporting counterweights?



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