Juliet self repair HELP

[ShortChangeHero]

Lol. Ok eric

Wow!!!! First name basis? I thought we were closer than Eric? Lol

 

[kronin323]

In this case I have to agree, Harbor Freight is a bad choice for this. Note the attached flowchart, specifically the box positioned right above the "Buy Harbor Freight" circle at the bottom...

 

[dragonvoi]

To the OP, a lot of advice on how to go about tuning up your Juliets already. Please keep in mind two variables: operator skillset (some here are mechanically inclined, while some boil plastic frames in hot water.) and the condition of the pair you are repairing yourself.

I have tuned a lot of xmetals for myself and found some rivets to slide out like a fart after judging a chili eating contest. While some required so much force that I ended up cracking the nosebridge to the point of no repair.

I concur with @cacatman that sometimes you may just want to send it to a pro. but hey if yo have time on your hands and feel lucky, you may have a tuned nosebridge in 5 minutes, or -1 pair of juliets (or a lot of spare parts).

 

[MJLSr]

Using the flowchart that @kronin323 provided you could walk, or run, into Harbor Freight, blindfolded - and buy ANY tool - just close your eyes and pick something. If you are not experienced in the process the end result will be the same, failure in repair and probable additional damage to the pair.

@cacatman @dragonvoi are on the right track. If you are hungry and just need a quick meal then send it out - no need to go fishin'...

That said, if you want to learn how to fish and plan on doing this in the future the Linegear tool delivery time and repair turn around times are about the same - not much difference there. It is good to learn and a skill that many of Us here on OF appreciate Members learning how to do this and passing the knowledge on.

It is not a difficult process. The main 'issues' I see from this, is even when Members succeed in the pin removal and installation, they often damage the finish. That is where the care, patience, and experience adds value. Of course you are going to remove the lenses (that may seem obvious, but some have done THAT before too, 'forgetting' to remove lenses and damaging them during a tune - or doing so on a dare). If the finish on your pair is good [satisfactory, in your opinion] and you would like to keep it that way maybe sending it out and waiting to experiment on another pair down the road with the tool may be the better way to go at this time. The first time you do this you are likely to come away with a scratch or blemish. I could go into how likely less visible these would be on a Polished frame than X-Metal, how some finishes can get very 'shinny' quickly, but hopefully this point makes sense - right now you are looking at a tune-up, just a tune up. After your self-tune you may be looking at a refinish, which will include a tune anyway as they have to be disassembled. A scratch or ding, who knows - you'll know its there and it may or may not bug you. You could get the Linegear tool, technically succeed, but still scratch it, and be "cool" - or like "Damn, I should have just gone to Harbor Freight and bought that huge press and destroyed these...".

Seriously - I think we can all agree we'd rather not have any more of these destroyed. We've seen that a lot over the years and it never gets any easier - funny, sometimes, but never easier.

if you want to learn how to do this then go for it. Just read up on it and be gentle, don't force ANYTHING during the process, be firm and assertive, but don't try to overpower it. As others have pointed out you can replace a pin, but a nosebridge, or orbital - those are less common, and much more expensive.

Also make note that not all tune-up parts are the same, flex coupler materials can vary so regardless of which direction you go manage expectations based on the materials you have in hand, or communicate with the individual doing the repair as not all replacement couplers are the same - nor are the pins. This is also true for screws, you can get screwed there too... Be mindful of this and seek advice if you are not clear on my rambling about the variances of the components involved in the tune-up process, if you care - or don't and plan your trip to Harbor Freight.

If you are going to send them out for the tune don't hesitate to communicate if you like them tighter or more loose, how much 'flex' you expect from the flex coupler - as they are indeed supposed to flex. That can be another negative side effect of a poorly executed self-repair. My point is that the results can also vary based on the materials and process used. The Members who provide this service probably know exactly what you mean when you describe that, even if you don't, so take time to have that talk if you go that direction and/or educate yourself more on the characteristics of the materials available.

Good Luck!

 

[Oakley OCD]

As far as tools go---you get what you pay for. It may look pretty but how is the quality? With the job the "@THE X-MAN" does why would I want to take a chance on screwing something up.

 

[THE X-MAN]

The tool is about $65.

That tool has ruined more nosebridges than I can count .

 

[SEAN WAYNE]

@ OP IMHO, you may end up successful in repinning it back . But as mentioned ,there is a great chance also that u may end up ruining the finish especially the xmetal ones . Even taking into account that you took your time and your are precisely careful its kinda unavoidable.
The next issue is the tightness of those rubbers. I have tried LG rubbers and turned out ok it has factory play 8/10 compared to xman's, Zach, and Larry's tune-up services. Each of them has their own techniques in tightening that you can't find in any tutorials.
What these guys are offering is a tuneup that will last long and you won't probably need another tuneup service ever again. Save yourself time ,money ,and the headache just in case something goes wrong.

 

[joecool862]

My vote is to send to a professional... I'm fairly handy but I just don't trust myself to do the work...

 

["TRUMP"]

Actually if you follow the steps in that chart it would lead you to buy harbor freight since the tool is less than $20

 

["TRUMP"]

That tool has ruined more nosebridges than I can count .

Dont blame the tool. Blame the person operating it