serving on FFF finally broke
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serving on FFF finally broke
after about 250shots im guessing... I noticed it was starting to get bad and yesterday it finally broke(just the serving). That sukked since I had to put my other FFF backup on and reshoot that about 20times to get it somewhat broken in. Shoots were off about 2inches and stil are iffy since its stretching still. Watch Mr bog horns walk out about 30 yards in the next few days and I pull a off shot due to the string on him LOL
how much do most shops charge to fix just the serving?
how much do most shops charge to fix just the serving?
This is something that is relatively easy to do yourself. Believe me, if I can learn how, anyone can. I'm the type of guy who can't hit a nail straight, so that should tell you something. All you need is a serving bobbin(about $10 or less) and a spool of serving thread(I believe crossbow serving is .036). There are some good primers on the internet that will show you how to do this, perhaps someone on here can give you the links. I first untwist the string then put it back on the limbs, then take the limbs off and put the foot stirrup in a vise. I usually serve an inch or two longer than what comes on the string(excel string). When you are finished and twist your string back up to get proper brace heighth, twist it in the direction so that it will tighten up the serving even more. This usually lasts me a good long while. I figure the spool of serving thread I bought will probably last me for years. It takes a few tries, but you're probably more than capable of achieving good results.
HOpe this helps
Joe
HOpe this helps
Joe
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I had a string break after about 125 shots. Didn't show any signs of wear and broke under the serving about where the cocking aid hooks on.
Anyway, I got couple of strings from this guy . . .
http://www.richmondsportinggoods.com/Ex ... ssbows.htm
He said if the serving ever wore out or broke, then mail the string back to him and he would re-serve it for free.
I also got a pack of slick tricks from him.
Anyway, I got couple of strings from this guy . . .
http://www.richmondsportinggoods.com/Ex ... ssbows.htm
He said if the serving ever wore out or broke, then mail the string back to him and he would re-serve it for free.
I also got a pack of slick tricks from him.
I'd rather wear out than rust out.
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Perception trumps intention.
2006 Exomax w/Agingcrossbower Custom Stock
20" Easton Powerbolts w/125gr Trophy Ridge Stricknines & 2"Blazers
Boo Custom Strings
2006 Vixen
I have developed the nasty habit of only takeing spine shoulder shots over my 50+ years of hunting and was hoping that the Max would be the ticket for cutting/breaking shoulder spine on these caribou out to 30 yards. You know we have this 5 mile either side of the haul road to hunt archery only and I'm all for not having to walk 5 miles just to be legal with a rifle.
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Welcome Big Al . . . .I usually only keep one extra string because they should last a very long time. I bought two strings because I liked the price, most places wanted double that.
I'd rather wear out than rust out.
Perception trumps intention.
2006 Exomax w/Agingcrossbower Custom Stock
20" Easton Powerbolts w/125gr Trophy Ridge Stricknines & 2"Blazers
Boo Custom Strings
2006 Vixen
Perception trumps intention.
2006 Exomax w/Agingcrossbower Custom Stock
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Boo Custom Strings
2006 Vixen
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thats why I got 2 FFF's and I have 3 excels on hand, but its about 3-4inches difference in shots between those 2 strings also..
Whatever you shoot, get 2 of them since if not I would be in a jam right now with one week left of bow season here LOL
Joe, thanks for the info.. ill probably give mine a try this winter when im bored. Hopefully this other one lasts a week LOL.
BTW, i know some sand their trigger and rope cockers down so it doesnt cut the string. Mine didnt have any burs or rough shapr edges. Mine broke from the rope cocker since when you draw it back, the inside of the hooks has alot of pressure on it. Thats where the serving broke
Whatever you shoot, get 2 of them since if not I would be in a jam right now with one week left of bow season here LOL
Joe, thanks for the info.. ill probably give mine a try this winter when im bored. Hopefully this other one lasts a week LOL.
BTW, i know some sand their trigger and rope cockers down so it doesnt cut the string. Mine didnt have any burs or rough shapr edges. Mine broke from the rope cocker since when you draw it back, the inside of the hooks has alot of pressure on it. Thats where the serving broke
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I'm not sure, but I think so . . .is there something I need to lookout for?Rich wrote:Are Richmond's string custom made?
I'd rather wear out than rust out.
Perception trumps intention.
2006 Exomax w/Agingcrossbower Custom Stock
20" Easton Powerbolts w/125gr Trophy Ridge Stricknines & 2"Blazers
Boo Custom Strings
2006 Vixen
Perception trumps intention.
2006 Exomax w/Agingcrossbower Custom Stock
20" Easton Powerbolts w/125gr Trophy Ridge Stricknines & 2"Blazers
Boo Custom Strings
2006 Vixen