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Mordraug
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Problem inserting nylon guide

I have a problem inserting a nylon guide (step 56) into it's slot, I tried for so long that the filament looks like I've been furiously chewing it in the place where I held it with pliers. The guide is really vague about this step, so I have no idea if I should twist it a little bit to left and right, or like a screw in one direction, and if so how much should I twist it and how hard should I push. No matter what I do filament won't slot properly. Allen key goes in the slot without any obstructions.

Any tips? I'm seriously considering just super-gluing it...

Posted : 22/08/2020 2:27 am
jsw
 jsw
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RE: Problem inserting nylon guide

Did you 'chase out' the hole with a drill bit or similar object before trying it?

IMAO, the nylon filament is a very important part, as it's a full-length strain-relief on the whole cable bundle.  It should be inserted to the bottom of the hole and if necessary fixed in place.  I would use an adhesive that's a bit more forgiving that super glue.

Posted : 22/08/2020 2:51 am
Mordraug
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Topic starter answered:
RE: Problem inserting nylon guide

@jsw

I did not, I just went ahead, cut nylon  and tried to push it in.

I think I got it however, took a good night's sleep to do this. Instead of cutting filaments tip with pliers I used sharp knife and did not make sharp tip but rather cut to the 1/2 of width. Then I had to kinda screw it in, 2 turns clockwise while pushing it in relatively hard. Seems to be holding well, I did not dare to tug it very hard tho.

Posted : 22/08/2020 3:20 pm
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