Fix Xpider bases/rails on a Superstringer T50

Super85

Super85

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Grabbed my stringing machine-dream thing and ordered a couple of Xpider bases. Was not prepared for the rails to be included and thus changed my plans on how I would get the Xpider bases to fit my T50 rails. The Xpider rails has much finer and smoother surface so I will try to take the whole complete pack with the rails on the T50.

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First thing is to remove my old rails and then try to figure out how to put the new on.

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And with this I will have to drill some new holes and cut in the base plate to make some movement space for the swivelclamps
 
[GALLERY=media, 1509]591C9F51-E486-460D-A578-EAD2C5C02971 by Super85 posted Dec 14, 2019 at 7:27 PM[/GALLERY]

After drawing out the placement, it is time to drill new holes for the rails.

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And then figure out how much I need to cut out for the new swivels to be able to move full way.

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With a jigsaw and some old handfiles, there is now room for the new Xpider bases to move freely.

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Also had to make some room for the nuts on the bottomside.

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Fill up the visible holes that will no longer be used with some 2k fiberglasputty.

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After some sanding, and fix the new rails.[GALLERY=media, 1512]96C1115E-70B5-431F-8BFB-EC3A2F66858B by Super85 posted Dec 14, 2019 at 7:27 PM[/GALLERY]

First layer with aluminiumbase coat.
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I was actually a little bit worried that the project would not be possible and 550 € would end up in the garbage, but got immediately positively set when I saw the rails, then I was sure it would go the way.

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Like this when I think afterwards, if this swap was worth the effort of 550€, then my conclusion is that it was it for me...but the rescue was the accompanying rails that made it worth. I could probably get them worked on my old rails, but I hadn't got out the best performance and the smooth agility that makes it worth it... and makes it to an upgrade for me.

Now I can easily spin and move the swivel 360 degrees by just holding the handle on the stringclamp, with the AEF bases I had to move them with both hands otherwise they got stuck in the rails and this is what I got tired of lately even though they do the job with approved.

I was just lucky that they were included in the purchase... because it was nothing I asked for or had any knowledge of. Stupid... but in the end, happy me! :)




but at the same time I get a little anxious when I do not know what to upgrade anymore ...:confused:
 
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Super85 said:
but at the same time I get a little anxious when I do not know what to upgrade anymore ...:confused:
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Well your profile picture, for a start! :D

I would probably upgrade the stand for the machine, with more storage for grommet boxes, more string reels and other tools, make it yourself!
 
thyrif said:
Well your profile picture, for a start! :D

I would probably upgrade the stand for the machine, with more storage for grommet boxes, more string reels and other tools, make it yourself!
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Yes, you can always improve that. Now I have a small work desk right next to the machine that I put everything on.
 
endFX said:
Fantastic work!
Looks really neat.


How about moveable towers S70-style?
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I do not have that need right now when I only always have strung badminton. Right now, I'm really happy with the racket mounting-position as it is.
 
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Ouchie said:
And a tilting function.
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That would be something to develop further on, however I am perfectly in height position just below the handle with the gripper, and the string is tilt downwards just a tad because that was something I had in mind when I made the mounting bracket for my Wise when I bought the T50 and I have placed the Wise closer to the turntable than the original position.
 
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I did something today...saw some subplates for the bases. For those who have been paying attention have understood that the screws on the outside are ending up outside of the table,

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and I want them to be tightened as a balance for the rails so this was the solution for that.

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Soon I will cover the plates with some wrap.
 
They got a carbon fiber suit!

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Super85 said:
Now I can easily spin and move the swivel 360 degrees by just holding the handle on the stringclamp, with the AEF bases I had to move them with both hands otherwise they got stuck in the rails and this is what I got tired of lately even though they do the job with approved.
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I want to solve the same problem with my AEF bases too, but without spending 550+. What is different about the xpider bases that makes them move so much smoother?
 
Ouchie said:
I want to solve the same problem with my AEF bases too, but without spending 550+. What is different about the xpider bases that makes them move so much smoother?
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I think the inner side on the rails plays a big part...the Xpider rails are as smooth as like the surface of a saucepan. Also the rail washer to the bases is CNC-milled without any sharp edges, and the bases themselves are massive and covered underneath with some kind of matte gun-paint.

My thoughts was to try to make own rail washers to the bases in PTFE plastic to reduce friction in the rails.
 
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