When cleaning the bearings we use a pressurized non-lubricated spray contact cleaner or
pressurized carburetor cleaner which works perfectly. Be advised to wear eye protection when
using any pressurized cleaner. I would spray the bearings and spin them. Repeat this three or
four times to remove any dirt and excess cleaner.
Lubricate with the oil of your choice. We use a Castro synthetic lubricant, but any type of
lubrication will work. Place a few drops on all the bearings and spin the bearings to work the
lubricant into the bearing cage. This lubricant may fly out when you spin it, so be forewarned.
Wipe clean the bearing journal on the gimbal sleeve. Wipe on a small amount of lubricant for
easier assembly of the bearing onto the journal. Insert the bearing cup onto the gimbal sleeve
and reassemble in reverse order. Once again I would give a light tap on the gimbal wrench to
tighten the cap on the sleeve.
We do not use, and do not recommend using any type of thread locker on these threads.
Gimbal handle removal & assembly
Before you replace your gimbal handle, take your new handle and inspect the spindle end
(tapered end portion that fits into the gimbal fork). Make sure the tapered portion has no dents,
scratches, or marring of any kind. If it does, do not use this spindle. The spindle must be clean and dust
free for assembly.
To remove the handle, please follow the instructions below:
Remove gimbal from the sled post. With clamping end of the gimbal facing up, insert 9” hex head
wrench provided through the gimbal handle sleeve into the hex head screw in the gimbal fork.
Remove the screw that holds the fork on the gimbal handle and set it aside. The fork should
separate from the spindle cleanly. If the handle is stuck on the fork, you might re-insert the screw
half way and tap the top of the hex head wrench. This will disengage the stainless steel spindle
shaft from the fork.
Reassemble in reverse order.
The recommend ASTM standard on the 10-32 TPI dry Alloy steel fork screw is 70 inch/pounds.
28 inch/pounds for a dry 316 stainless steel. Stainless steel is not recommended due to its ability
to loosen over time and temperature ranges. Do not over torque any screw. It may snap or worse
unknowingly be compromised
Failure to properly torque this screw could cause damage
Thread locker of any type is not recommended on the gimbal handle 10-32 screw. If properly
torqued when using a dry Alloy steel screw you can be confident it will not loosen.
What to do if the spindle is turning while you turn the hex head screw.
If this occurs, press down slightly on the fork with your index and middle finger next to the hex
head screw as you turn the wrench. This will put slight pressure on the spindle and hold it while you
loosen the screw.
Other notes:
If you replace the Kipp handle, we recommend not using hardened steel studded screws, soft
zinc is the best choice. Over a period of time Alloy or hardened steel could damage the threaded insert.
If you wish to remove the Kipp handle and use a standard hex head screw, a 10-32 TPI screw
size and .625” long should work fine.
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