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20/08/2019 5:15 am
Anybody do repairs?
I bought this Xoto Racing Legends '63 Cobra a while back on eBay. I knew it had few minor issues, but the right front wheel broke off in shipping. I thought I could repair it, but my dexterity and old eyes ain't what they used to be. I can't tell if the spindle is broken or part of it is missing. The seller compensated me, but I haven't had any luck trying to reattach it. Any suggestions?
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20/08/2019 5:41 am
John.........
I have the same model; I just looked it. It appears all you need to do is re-attached everything. The bottom of that king-pin should "nest" into the top of the spindle, then simply "screw it all back together" by turning the screw from the bottom (but not too tight). Also remember to FIRST re-attach the tie-rod end.
I've repaired, scratch built, modified SEVERAL diecast cars. This should be a "non-issue."
What exactly are you having trouble with?
-Chris
PS,
If something is broken (perhaps that king-pin) there's easy ways to fix that too... but you'll need TOOLS, some hollow round "plastic stock" and a longer screw.
Topic starter
20/08/2019 9:36 am
Thanks Chris
I tried reattaching the parts but the problem is that I just can't see it that well, even with a magnifying lamp. I also have pretty bad arthritis in my thumbs and fore fingers making it difficult to grip and work with these tiny parts. It's disappointing seeing as how I built and nicely detailed so many kits over the decades, but I guess that's part of growing old (I'm 67).
John
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21/08/2019 5:52 am
Wow... GRT site John! Wait, "...and you're asking ME for advice?" "???"
Topic starter
21/08/2019 9:35 am
LOL.. thanks Chris.
22/08/2019 4:42 pm
Go out to Micro Mark and you can get a modelers power screw driver. Lower speed and torque.
You won't over tighten or strip screws and you can get jewelers bits for working on N and Z scale rolling stock and locomotives when needed.
Topic starter
24/08/2019 6:02 am
Thanks...
I checked out the Micro Mark power screwdriver but, with the required transformer, it's $140 + shipping. I'll have to give that some thought.