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Vic II Crank Handle
Posted: Thu Sep 23, 2021 3:25 pm
by randymullx
How do I remove the wooden handle from my Vic II crank? I would like to clean it up and replate it. It looks very similar to the crank for my Vic III but I can clearly see how to drive the pin that holds the wooden handle out of the Vic III crank (which has been replated). I ground a good bit off the crank but still can't see the outline of the pin.....do I need to just keep grinding?
Any suggestions will be greatly appreciated.
Thanks,
Randy
Re: Vic II Crank Handle
Posted: Thu Sep 23, 2021 4:19 pm
by gramophone78
randymullx wrote: Thu Sep 23, 2021 3:25 pm
How do I remove the wooden handle from my Vic II crank? I would like to clean it up and replate it. It looks very similar to the crank for my Vic III but I can clearly see how to drive the pin that holds the wooden handle out of the Vic III crank (which has been replated). I ground a good bit off the crank but still can't see the outline of the pin.....do I need to just keep grinding?
Any suggestions will be greatly appreciated.
Thanks,
Randy
You can't without potentially damaging the crank. The knob shaft is peened on.
Re: Vic II Crank Handle
Posted: Thu Sep 23, 2021 8:28 pm
by EarlH
When I've sent them in to get plated, I've had to split the wood off and glue it back together when it get finished. I don't think Victor left many options on that one. Good luck with your quest. Earl.
Re: Vic II Crank Handle
Posted: Fri Sep 24, 2021 10:44 am
by randymullx
Thanks to you both. Sounds like there are no great options............I may try splitting the knob.