Peep removal/installation?
#1
Peep removal/installation?
So what's the general concensus on this? Do you or don't you NEED a press to install/remove a peep site? I've read several posts mentioning simply using a seperator to get the peep in without the press. Only reason I ask is I'm still waiting on my press and I want to get my Airborne setup (I have everything I need, but the press), and I want to get my G5 out of my Ross, and into my 101st. If it is possible, how difficult is it to get the strings apart?
#2
RE: Peep removal/installation?
You can use a seperator but back the limbs off first.
I have a press so when I change them I always press the bow, which makes getting the same amount of strands on each side of the peep a lot easier
I have a press so when I change them I always press the bow, which makes getting the same amount of strands on each side of the peep a lot easier
#3
RE: Peep removal/installation?
I use a press because I have one. I do know someone who has successfully done this a couple times by, first, backing the limbs off about four turns - and then inserting a very small flat blade screwdriver between the two strands of the bowstring. You want to put some bowstring wax on the screwdriver. After that, you put a second small screwdriver in next to it and then start working your way up to larger screwdrivers until the peep can be slipped in between the two large screwdrivers.
#5
RE: Peep removal/installation?
I got one of Dave's last year. Works great. Only thing you might consider "upgrading" when it arrived is to find some rubber hydraulic hose that the bolts will slip in/out of easier. I also wound up replacing the ratchet/strap assembly with one about twice as heavy duty. Look for one that is about the same material as an automotive seat belt.
#7
RE: Peep removal/installation?
ORIGINAL: MeanV2
To be on the safe side Matt, I'd definitely use a press.
Dan
To be on the safe side Matt, I'd definitely use a press.
Dan
Thanks, that's what I'm going to end up doing. It seems it can be done without one, but why risk it? I may even run down to my local guy here, have him put it in the press for me to put that in.