RA and DEC Axis's Braking Systems - DEC Axis Tension Adjustment Screw T-Nuts

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But before we can install the Teflon Pivoting Arm brake pads and with the Declination Axis Brake System flipped over, two T-Nuts are inserted in the sides of the unit from the inside to receive tension adjustment screws. The adjustment screws will administer powerful pressure to the Teflon Pivoting Arm Pads, which will push again declination 5/8"shafts. Each of the arms will have a penny glued to the outside end of the arm for the tension adjustment screws to push against preventing damage to the pivoting arms. Teak is a very strong wood, but I am still a bit apprehensive about the amount pressure that will be place on them. So in the future I plan to make them from metal.

 

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