Well, sincew first posting this ? . . . I have gooten an education!
I found a couple places that show you how to use a string cocker. Man do I feel stupid! I was doing it all wrong. (That's what my wife said!)
So.. alll is tight, and I'm cocked and ready! Shooting much better.
Practice in the back yard became "interesting" to say the least. Cause when the bolt didn't hit, it not only put a hoile in my Cedar fence, but there is a school playground right accross the alley!

Yes, I waited for the kids to leave before pulling the trigger.

Thanks all and good hunting!