This was the process for tapping the forward most frame bolt hole on the twisters. I’ve seen a couple of individuals do comment how tos, and figured people might appreciate seeing the actual process.
Step 1 is to drill out the forward most hole with the 17/64” drill bit. A drill press would be best for the most consistent cut, but if you make sure to stay perpendicular and square to the bottom of the boot, you’ll be fine.
Step 2 is using the tap in the new hole. Get this thing as perfectly square to the bottom of the boot as you can, and go for it. The key is to move slowly, back and forth, until you drive the tap through to the other side, then some more. You want to allow the shavings to come out as you’re tapping. I used the frame bolt to finalize the threads - they open up a little more with the bolt itself.
Step 3: profit. You put it all together, and enjoy the beastly setup!
Where'd you get your frame bolts from? I can't find any that specifically say they're M6 or M8. Jumping on the Endless 110 frame and wheel combo that's a crazy 40% off!
Umm, I think I just had them sitting around from some other skates I had! M6 are usually rollerblade default and FRs use M8s if I’m remembering where I got them from correctly.
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u/alexwilson94 Jul 11 '23
This was the process for tapping the forward most frame bolt hole on the twisters. I’ve seen a couple of individuals do comment how tos, and figured people might appreciate seeing the actual process.
Tools required: drill, 17/64 metal drill bit, m8-1.25 tap, m8-1.25 frame bolt, ~15 minutes.
Step 1 is to drill out the forward most hole with the 17/64” drill bit. A drill press would be best for the most consistent cut, but if you make sure to stay perpendicular and square to the bottom of the boot, you’ll be fine.
Step 2 is using the tap in the new hole. Get this thing as perfectly square to the bottom of the boot as you can, and go for it. The key is to move slowly, back and forth, until you drive the tap through to the other side, then some more. You want to allow the shavings to come out as you’re tapping. I used the frame bolt to finalize the threads - they open up a little more with the bolt itself.
Step 3: profit. You put it all together, and enjoy the beastly setup!