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    How can I loosen Loctite on bolts?

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    Posted

    When you say the "nut end" I assume you mean the side opposite what we see in your pic (?) If it is round two things you can try:

    1. File some small flats on the "nut" heads so you can grab it better (hopefully you can do that without abrading the material  -perhaps slip a very thin piece of sheet metal between the edge of the file and the pad material)

    2. Use a pair of vice grips to hold the nut. If you can do that, don't be kind about it - set them so it's essentially at your limit of hand grip to get them to lock on

    Of course option 3 is the combination of 1 & 2

     

    HIH, good luck, and let us know what heppens

    Done With Otny

    in Masks + Cages + Neck Guards

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    2 hours ago, chile57 said:

    I think we're talking the same language here just presenting it differently. My point being a single significant strike (enough to bend wire slightly) isn't enough to get me worried -" its not going to have the same effect as working it over enough that it snaps. Sure - I agree its closer to a failure point than it was when pristine but how many of us playing beer leagues have had a Nabokov moment (bad example since I believe that was titanium)? Everything is risk/reward and based on what you're comfortable with when factoring in all the data available to you. That said - its a good general rule of thumb to not take ridiculous chances with your melon.

    Yes - you are correct -I was splitting a few hairs with my comment. As with you, I have a number of dents in my (mild steel) cage, but don't see it as a risk.As per some other comments, I would probably be more concerned if it was titanium- it's tricky to weld and is a harder material. TBH I doubt I would ever own a Ti cage - I'd rather have the cage dent more freely and absorb the shock.

    But one point you mentioned should be reinforced: the comment "... its not going to have the same effect as working it over enough that it snaps." Yes for anyone that feels the urge, you have more chance of damaging the cage if you try to hammer the dents out - better to leave sleeping dogs lie.

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    Done With Otny

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    3 hours ago, chile57 said:

    I'm sure this will lead to a skewering from the experts...

    For me I've confidently (and successfully) played with slightly bent wires - thought process being that metal wire doesn't really get pliable until or rather unless it were to work back and forth (which loans to not working your bends back out). Granted - a significant bend would be a different matter. The bigger tell for me has always been whether or not a weld has busted loose. To me - that's call for an immediate replacement. If I replaced a cage every time a wire got bent - I'd probably buy stock in goal cages.

    Agree on all but one  point: anytime metal is bent (plastically deformed) it work hardens to some extent. That makes it slightly harder but slightly more brittle. When you bend a piece of metal back and forth 'til it breaks you are successively work hardening it 'til it becomes brittle enough to snap.

    Done With Otny

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    Hey all:

    Thanks for this discussion up to this point - very interesting and informative. @Puckstopper - interesting to hear the rules and reasons in an area outside of hockey - thanks!

    Perhaps we could review the rule of thumb for replacing a cage - dent deeper than a bar diameter or ? Right now I have a couple of pretty good ones, but not really looking to replace it if I don't have to (and it's not being used much currently due to the state of the world :().

    Done With Otny

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    Posted · Edited by Colander

    4 minutes ago, A.YOUNGoalie13 said:

    Its vinyl but he has no problem with bauer, ccm, sportsmask, or Victory 

    But no previous experience with OTNY? I know certain motorcycle helmet manufacturers absolutely prohibit any kind of aftermarket paint or stickers on their helmets.

    In any case I think contacting OTNY is your best first step...

    Done With Otny

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    Some questions:

    First: You said you “the guy” has done lots of wraps for you – has he done OTNY’s before? Per @johncho's comment there could be all sorts of reactions happening. Did you discuss with OTNY first?

    Second: Is that really a wrap? It appears someone used tape or layers or some sort of adhesive material. I would assume most commercial wraps have been designed (and tested) not to react with mask/helmet material. If someone is using generic materials, there’s no guarantee there won’t be issues.

    Third: There seems to be some cracks propagating from the cage screw hole- not sure if that's a result or a cause of the issue.

    Fourth: Have you discussed this with OTNY? I am sure they would be interested if for no other reason than to ensure the safety of their clients past and present.

    Covid-19 – The Steps Back to the Ice

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    Posted · Edited by Colander

    7 hours ago, CJ Boiss said:

    When did risking the safety of your community in defiance of public health orders becoming acceptable?

    I'm no happier about rinks being shut down than anyone else, but people are dying from this thing; COVID is the leading cause of death in the US as of this week. Missing some hockey is a small price to pay if it means keeping people alive.

    Well, I missed 8 months of hockey, got 3 games in and then it all shut down again as per @Wonder35's comment above. Especially at my age I would like (more like need) to get in every game I can and the rinks being shut down is a major disappointment. It's a more bitter pill that it happened largely because a group of turds couldn't keep it in their pants, or in this case, their province.

    But that's that hand that's been dealt and I go with it.  The only issue I have with it is a bunch of pussies crying because they have to wear a mask for 5 minutes while going into a store (i.e have consideration for someone other than themselves) and how their civil rights are being abused and this is a big conspiracy and blah blah.

    It's a mask for F's sake - no one said you had to strap an 80 lb bag of cement and walk around with it all day - grow a backbone.

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    Covid-19 – The Steps Back to the Ice

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    2 hours ago, Wonder35 said:

    "All Adult Indoor Sports Activities have been cancelled until further notice due to COVID-19."

    This is our newest edict as of today in British Columbia.  This wiped out both my hockey and Aqua Fit Classes for now(?).

    Well, at least I got to play 2 games already this week............

    Well at least I got to play 3 games since March.....and now.. .

    Yeah thanks to all who made this (im)possible 🤮

    The Deals and Steals Thread

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    3 hours ago, loki1416 said:

    Not sure of any sales, but I bought a Vaughn wheeled bag about 5yrs ago and I'm still using it. Nothing wrong with it, no repairs needed/done. Paid about $150 for it.

    Wow - had the exact opposite experience. Paid $175 CDN for my Vaughn wheeled bag 7 years ago. Front edge of the bottom (below the handle) ripped out in less than two seasons. I do not overfill my bag and always lower it out of the truck - no dropping or flopping down steps. Actually paid more for that bag as I wanted something that would last. Won't ever buy another Vaughn bag.

    The Deals and Steals Thread

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    7 hours ago, Quadzilla32 said:

    Just looked them up bag looks really nice but is $100 bucks more than the passau. Are they having a sale or something I’m not seeing? 

    Their site pops up with cost to buy in CA as $312 + $72 duty and tax – so close to $400 CDN before shipping. For that much they better be sending someone to carry it to and from the rink...

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    Beer

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    On 11/2/2020 at 12:24 PM, RichMan said:

    I still struggle drinking a brew after a game...

    I'm sorry - I even tried "Google translate" but this is still indiscernible to me

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    Ultra Sonic - Bauer Supreme 2020 Line

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    Posted · Edited by Colander

    I don't think the whole reverse rolls things is a precedent here. I'm pretty sure there was a call out to stop people from showing their bare feet in pics, but I still keep seeing pics with appendages that look they would only be at home inside ET's shoes

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