predator grips???

[OwlsDen]

I think I may just try a DIY approach to this. I was thinking you could notch a straight cut directly bellow the grip on the tip. File it smooth and be careful to deburr the inside. Then run a small o-ring around the tube and thru the notch. This would hold the needle down pretty secure. Granted that is an extra o-ring per set up, but this could be done on plastic or metal tubes. What do you all think?

[peter clements]

I think I may just try a DIY approach to this. I was thinking you could notch a straight cut directly bellow the grip on the tip. File it smooth and be careful to deburr the inside. Then run a small o-ring around the tube and thru the notch. This would hold the needle down pretty secure. Granted that is an extra o-ring per set up, but this could be done on plastic or metal tubes. What do you all think?

I think you should try it and report back, remember to take pictures.

[slicksteel]

I say try it and keep us posted!

[The Limey]

I think I may just try a DIY approach to this. I was thinking you could notch a straight cut directly bellow the grip on the tip. File it smooth and be careful to deburr the inside. Then run a small o-ring around the tube and thru the notch. This would hold the needle down pretty secure. Granted that is an extra o-ring per set up, but this could be done on plastic or metal tubes. What do you all think?

I'd rather shell out a few bucks on some of the originals and see how they work before bastardizing regular tubes as they are probably going to be a bit like needle runners i.e. you either love them or hate them.

[OwlsDen]

I have a few tubes that I don't use anymore as I kind of hate rounds. So I won't mis a round if I mess one up.

[OwlsDen]

Update, ss tip + hacksaw = good luck! I am going to have to pick up a cut off blade for a dremel and try that. Hand sawing is only going to make a mess.

[vsprotoss]

I had a sample of these tubes. They are not very good. Good concept but a lot of excess plastic.

[OwlsDen]

I still need to give this a DIY try. Hmm maybe tomorrow.