Tapping #2 x 56 holes
I don't recall having this problem with the 2 x 56 studs (I did assemble one of these kits) although I shudder any time I have to thread anything that small. Maybe we should recommend that those two holes in the graphite be tapped with a #2 x 56 tap. These taps are available at most hobby shops. I have one in my kit as well as a 4-40 tap. The ease of install in the tapped hole will compensate for the short non threaded segment that exists on all ball studs that I have seen.
Check screw holes, that did not bottom the screw, for debris inside the hole. Jet or pick it out. This is just a thought, there might be a problem with dimensions that exists.
yes TC3 or TC5 spurs will work.
john
Last edited by John Stranahan; 11-13-2008 at 08:49 PM.