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Adamame
climber
Santa Cruz
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Jan 31, 2011 - 04:19pm PT
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I would love to get one too.
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HighTraverse
Trad climber
Bay Area
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Jan 31, 2011 - 04:20pm PT
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Add one for me.
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Clippy Thing
Trad climber
Texass
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Jan 31, 2011 - 04:33pm PT
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Luke,
I had some golf clubs regripped a while back. They applied some tape on the shaft,
wet it down which activates a glue and slid the grip on. Never had a problem with em.
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Luke Malatesta
Big Wall climber
Moab UT
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Topic Author's Reply - Jan 31, 2011 - 05:42pm PT
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Clippy,
I will check into that...never thought of it. The instant glue for motorcycles nI used on the proto works great, however, it leaves a white residue on the flange after it starts to cure.Pain in the ass to clean up. I am going to try some other grip glue next. I just want to make sure I can deliver a long lasting drill.
Thanks,
Luke
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SteveW
Trad climber
The state of confusion
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Luke,
where are you taking orders from????
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mucci
Trad climber
The pitch of Bagalaar above you
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Luke, I second what CLIPPY Thing Mentioned.
I used to work at a golf shop as a kid.
That tape would solve your problem, wrap it, wet it, slide the grip on and BAM!
It will hold on tighter than a 40 year old girlfriend.
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Luke Malatesta
Big Wall climber
Moab UT
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Topic Author's Reply - Feb 2, 2011 - 03:58pm PT
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SteveW- I have not started to take orders as of yet. I will do so When they are all finished. I am still working out the details, they will be set up online for buying with a CC i think on SImons website, I guess if one wanted to use cash or paypal I could find a way to make that work also.
Everything is paid for, Just waiting on parts!
Does anyone have any more info on the Tape (links, type, etc)?
Thanks,
Luke
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Luke Malatesta
Big Wall climber
Moab UT
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Topic Author's Reply - Feb 2, 2011 - 04:02pm PT
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I will order some up now. Looks like a good solution
Thanks!
Luke
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Caz
Big Wall climber
Long Beach, CA.
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I'm still in for one. I can't wait!
Zac
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Luke Malatesta
Big Wall climber
Moab UT
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Topic Author's Reply - Feb 9, 2011 - 01:12pm PT
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Machine shop just called, parts are done and off to heat treatment. Should be here next week. Just wanted to give eveyone a heads up.
Thanks,
Luke
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Luke Malatesta
Big Wall climber
Moab UT
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Topic Author's Reply - Feb 14, 2011 - 01:04am PT
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Just got an e-mail confirmation that the wrench samples are on their way. Have not had good luck with the golf grip tape thus far. I keep on getting sand and dirt down in the grip, this sticks to the tape, grip slips.
Still working on getting the glue figured out (so far renthal instant grip glue (superglue)and another epoxy has worked the best. Drill bodies and collet nuts should be shipping this week as well. Things are starting to come together. I'll throw up some pics when the stuff arrives.
Thanks,
Luke
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Luke Malatesta
Big Wall climber
Moab UT
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Topic Author's Reply - Feb 15, 2011 - 11:02pm PT
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Wrench samples arrived today! They look better than expected. These are raw samples that have not been heat treated or plated, but you get the idea.
Here is how they compare to the old ones in size:
I had the thickness beefed up a bit on both. Should have no problem cranking on bolts with the 1/2, 9/16 combo.
Here is how they compare in thickness. Sample is on the left, two on the right are original Hurricane wrenches.
Tried them out and everything jives perfectly. The holes for the clip in loops are off center, letting the heavier end hang down. These should eliminate the need for a third wrench for 5 piece bolts. I have not weighed the wrenches yet, my scale is busted.
I am going to tell them to start cranking them out in the morning. I have been really having a hard time with the glue. I talked to 3m today and have some epoxy on the way, should be here by the end of the week.
Thanks, looking like things are still on track for the most part. Stay tuned!
Luke
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Luke Malatesta
Big Wall climber
Moab UT
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Topic Author's Reply - Feb 18, 2011 - 09:52pm PT
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The drills are in route and should be here next week. I had them snap a picture of the corrected insert and chamfer before he packed them up. It is hard to tell how the chamfer looks, but if it to short I can correct it on the lathe....easier to add a chamfer than to remove one.
Here you go:
We are getting closer!
Thanks Everyone,
Luke
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squatch
Boulder climber
santa cruz, CA
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Feb 19, 2011 - 04:35am PT
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looking totally sweet!
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bmacd
Social climber
100% Canadian
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Feb 19, 2011 - 08:20am PT
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2 questions:
have you drilled a hole with one yet and how was the strike action ?
is IHP doing the payment or how are we doing payments this time ?
I'm super psyched and now also slim, fit, strong and healthy, thanks to all the inspiration from my virtual bro's on ST !!! CAN hardly wait to get on the sharp end with my new hammer and drill on the Chief ....
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Luke Malatesta
Big Wall climber
Moab UT
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Topic Author's Reply - Feb 19, 2011 - 10:27am PT
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I have drilled about 20 or so complete holes with the prototype, and countless sessions of sensless abuse. Every time I would try a new adhesives for the grip, I'd wail on it.
Feels just like an original as far as function. They have a bit more weight to them than the Petzl rockpec, which I like. The drill does not seem to bounce around as much when you start to drill the hole.
The Prototype had the hardened insert raised to much. I had the shop make them just about flush for the production run. The insert is harder than most hammers, so it will leave some small impressions in the hammer face until it has been hammered flush with the striking surface. This will happen over time with use.
Still figuring out the Payment method. IHP is still looking like he will be the one handeling payment. If one wants to use Paypal or Postal $ order I can make that work, but the bulk will most likely be up on Simons website (just like the hammers).
I am still waiting on everything to arrive to calculate the total costs of parts, parts shipping, card fees, shipping to you, etc. After the drills arrive, the wrenches, grips and glue should be here soon after. Then is is build time. We are no where close to having 250 sold, so everyone will get one as of now.
Thanks,
Luke
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PhotogEC
climber
In front of my computer
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Feb 24, 2011 - 09:05am PT
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My D5 hammer asked me to bump this thread.
--Eric
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John Mac
Trad climber
Littleton, CO
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Feb 24, 2011 - 11:21am PT
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If anyone needs any rivet hangers, heads, etc., shoot Luke an Email. He makes great stuff at a good price. And his service is incredibly quick. I emailed him one day and the stuff was in the post the next day.
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