Hello guys
I recently picked up a pair of the narrower Argo Tracks, the ones without the need for wheels spacers.
I should mention that they are for the Conquest model, anyway, I’m looking to replace some of the screws on the stainless steel barrels that hold the hinge pins on the tracks.
My question is, does anyone know what size of thread is the grub screw and the correct size of hex wrench to use.
Also, any tips for ease of fitting them
Many thanks in advance
Gordy
Hello guys
I recently picked up a pair of the narrower Argo Tracks, the ones without the need for wheels spacers.
I should mention that they are for the Conquest model, anyway, I’m looking to replace some of the screws on the stainless steel barrels that hold the hinge pins on the tracks.
My question is, does anyone know what size of thread is the grub screw and the correct size of hex wrench to use.
Also, any tips for ease of fitting them
Many thanks in advance
Gordy
I believe without looking they are 1/4-20 and definitely use a 1/8 allen wrench.
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I found that changing the whole pin to a different style was much easier to work with and just as reliable.
All you need is a 1/4" diameter rod. I used galvanized steel. You put a thread on one end and bend the other 90 degrees.
With this design they are easier to remove and install and all thats needed to remove the nylock nut is a wrench.
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Thank you very much for the prompt replies, I really do appreciate that.
I checked an invoice I had for some screws I bought and they were 1/4 - 20 x 1/4 inch UNC Imperial socket cup point set screws.
Sadly, they don’t fit.
I live some distance from any shops that may sell these screws, however I do like the idea of the pins you made and may go this route if all else fails.
Many thanks again
I believe that some of the older track kits had a smaller set screw but forget the size. I'm guessing maybe a #10 but they may have also been a #8. If a 3/32" allen wrench fits them they are #10. 5/64" allen should fit a #8. Make sure to use a pick to clean out the dirt in the hex before you try loosening and some WD-40 or penetrating oil would be advisable too.
You might just buy a hand full of new pins and collars with the 1/4"-20 set screws holes. You will likely find that some of the set screws won't come out. I think that is why the upsized to 1/4-20. The 1/8 allen wrench allows you to get a little more on it before stripping the set screw hex.
Richards Relics tracks keepers use the 3/32 allen also, if you can get them out you could just drill and tap them larger.
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the grub screw is 1/4"-20 x 1/4" long.
Thanks for that info. I’m based in the Highlands of Scotland and we’re metric over here.Originally Posted by AlaskaGrizzly
I had a quick look and I’m struggling to understand the sizing, when you say #10 is that a UNF thread?
If you were looking for them online, what would you type in the search.
Thanks very much in advance
Gordy
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