misterryno Posted November 29, 2007 Share Posted November 29, 2007 Hello all, I have just recently purchased a number of Flexi Display Stands from the oh so awesome LAFToys. That is no joke...this place is for serious a GREAT place to shop. Anyways...this is not my first rodeo when it comes to the stands. My problem lies within one of the 4in stands that I purchased. I was screwing all the screws in and when I tightend up the last one, it stripped out. Does anyone know of an easy fix for this? I REALLY love these stands and I would like to fix it ASAP. PLEASE do let me know if anyone knows of a fix. THANKS. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
misterryno Posted November 29, 2007 Author Share Posted November 29, 2007 Well guys...Carlos just contacted me and all is being taken care of. THANKS. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eugimon Posted November 29, 2007 Share Posted November 29, 2007 Well guys...Carlos just contacted me and all is being taken care of. THANKS. wow, that was fast. Great service from Carlos. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
misterryno Posted November 29, 2007 Author Share Posted November 29, 2007 wow, that was fast. Great service from Carlos. You're tellin me......Carlos = THE BOMB!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eugimon Posted November 29, 2007 Share Posted November 29, 2007 did you contact him on this, or did he just read this thread and fix the issue on his own? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Duymon Posted November 29, 2007 Share Posted November 29, 2007 I usually coat the sides of the stripped hole with thin coat of 5-min epoxy. After that I let it cure then everything is A-OK Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Revhard Posted November 29, 2007 Share Posted November 29, 2007 Yeah my wife does not like Carlos. Everytime something new comes out I am spending money with him. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fai Posted November 29, 2007 Share Posted November 29, 2007 Now you guys just reminded me, I still haven't got my lazy ass to order those stands, ARGH!!!! How long after you guys order do they get ship out? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grand Admiral Posted November 29, 2007 Share Posted November 29, 2007 (edited) Mine stripped, but I decided to solve the problem by getting a package of screws and nuts from the hardware store. Unfortunately I didn't make a note of what size I bought. I took one of the screws with me and bought 1" long screws with nuts. I drilled the original screw-holes through to the bottom of the base using a 1/8" bit, then turned the base over and used a 1/2" drill bit (note: do NOT use a "spade" bit, use a normal "twist" style bit) to drill out some shallow holes on the bottom, just deep enough to hold the nut. Then I just put the longer 1" screws through and attached the nuts. I preferred this solution because I can now loosen, adjust, and tighten the flexi stands if I want to. Edited November 29, 2007 by Grand Admiral Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sqidd Posted November 30, 2007 Share Posted November 30, 2007 I have 5 of these on the way. I can't wait till they get here. I think I am going to have a "Pose Off". Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fai Posted November 30, 2007 Share Posted November 30, 2007 I have 5 of these on the way. I can't wait till they get here. I think I am going to have a "Pose Off". When did you place the order? I like to get a few too, not sure how long it will take. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sqidd Posted December 1, 2007 Share Posted December 1, 2007 When did you place the order? I like to get a few too, not sure how long it will take. About a week ago I think. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
misterryno Posted December 1, 2007 Author Share Posted December 1, 2007 did you contact him on this, or did he just read this thread and fix the issue on his own? Sorry I totally missed this post......I contacted him through my acct. at LAFToys.com. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
misterryno Posted December 1, 2007 Author Share Posted December 1, 2007 When did you place the order? I like to get a few too, not sure how long it will take. I ordered mine and had them within 10 days. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
misterryno Posted December 1, 2007 Author Share Posted December 1, 2007 Mine stripped, but I decided to solve the problem by getting a package of screws and nuts from the hardware store. Unfortunately I didn't make a note of what size I bought. I took one of the screws with me and bought 1" long screws with nuts. I drilled the original screw-holes through to the bottom of the base using a 1/8" bit, then turned the base over and used a 1/2" drill bit (note: do NOT use a "spade" bit, use a normal "twist" style bit) to drill out some shallow holes on the bottom, just deep enough to hold the nut. Then I just put the longer 1" screws through and attached the nuts. I preferred this solution because I can now loosen, adjust, and tighten the flexi stands if I want to. That sounds like a hell of a fix. Incase I strip anymore in the future or whatever can you please post me some up close pics of your solution? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grand Admiral Posted December 2, 2007 Share Posted December 2, 2007 Well, you're in luck. I found the little baggie for the screws and nuts in my wastebasket so I can tell you what I bought. Supplies needed: 1 - package of #6-32 x 1" screws and nuts 1 - 1/8" Drill bit 1 - 1/2" Drill bit (must be twist bit, not spade) 1 - Flexi stand 1) Remove original screws from flexi stand. 2) Use 1/8" bit to drill holes through to bottom of stand. IMPORTANT: Do this BEFORE using the 1/2" bit. This will allow the 1/2" bit to "center" on the holes. 3) Use 1/2" bit to drill shallow holes into the base of the flexi stand. They only need to be deep enough to drop the nut into the hole. 4) Attach flexi stand bits using new #6-32 x 1" screws and nuts. 5) Vacuum up plastic shavings. You will have a LOT. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
protogarland Posted December 2, 2007 Share Posted December 2, 2007 Which size if these flexi-stands works the best with Yamato's 1/48th Valks? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dante74 Posted December 2, 2007 Share Posted December 2, 2007 Which size if these flexi-stands works the best with Yamato's 1/48th Valks? That depends on how high you want it to be elevated above your shelf. I prefer the 6" stands for my 1/48's Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mog Posted December 2, 2007 Share Posted December 2, 2007 Which size if these flexi-stands works the best with Yamato's 1/48th Valks? It depends on which mode you want to pose your Valks in too. Personally, regardless of the Valk's mode, I'm a staunch believer in mixing and matching the rod lengths to get the best possible pose. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grand Admiral Posted December 2, 2007 Share Posted December 2, 2007 My photo back up the thread shows a 4" and a 6". Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ghostkiller Posted December 2, 2007 Share Posted December 2, 2007 checked below for pics http://www.robotechcollections.fr/dossiers...playstand.shtml Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
protogarland Posted December 3, 2007 Share Posted December 3, 2007 Thanks for the info everyone. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
misterryno Posted December 3, 2007 Author Share Posted December 3, 2007 (edited) Grand Admiral, Thanks for the fix....I will try this out and see if it works for me. I hope so. I have one replacement base on the way and another I have seems to be almost stripped itself. THANKS AGAIN. Edited December 3, 2007 by misterryno Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
misterryno Posted December 3, 2007 Author Share Posted December 3, 2007 Ghostkiller, Nice lookin poses on those stands mate. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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