1) Make sure EVERY screw on your bow is tight. (and yes, even some dealers are not aware of the set screw under the larger screw at the cable guard rod).
I find it ridiculous that a dealer could be unfamilar with the products they are selling. Especially if this screw can cause problems like mine..........geez just send out a fax and problem is solved.
(yep, sometimes you see some pieces of alum/shavings too in various places)
Again.....ridiculous. When you put a $700 tag on your bow it should be a flawless product. When people buy top shelf they expect top shelf quality and service. Not hunks of metal not cleaned out of holes and people that don' t even know the product.
2) Learn how to perform basic maintenance yourself (or all of it). Pro shops are great, but they should defintely be checking the basics. That basics can save you some money, time and headaches.
If the bow was old with many shots and miles on it I would agree...........but a brand new bow is not MY responsibility to be set up properly. For what I paid I could have 2 bows set up properly.........now I don' t even have one.
Another note: The Patriot has a VERY short slide travel. You are better off using a drop away that hooks to the cable directly or an inertia style. They can be real finnicky w/ the slide types.
Where were you when I needed ya??
Let us know how things turn out after you shoot it.
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