cool riverr Posted April 1, 2019 Share Posted April 1, 2019 Just by coincidence, this 25mm * 23mm carbon fiber tube fits both models, so it's a "win win". I needed a 1" * 7/8" tubing clamp to make the conversion complete. I didn't want to drill a bunch of holes and not have them line up, so I used the "GM 1000 clamp on" cuff. As you can see, I trimmed off about 4" of the mid EQX section. I wrapped sand paper around the cf tube and slowly increased the clearance in the handle/clamp combo, until I was happy with the fit. Total un-extended length is 25", and could be less if you remove the coil. As for the counter-balance weights, it's just another happy coincidence. The washers fit like a glove (.90"), and by adding an over-sized washer, I can move the weight in or out of the shaft. That 1.5" bolt with 14 washers weighs about 4 ounces, and is infinitely adjustable with regards to length, weight, and positioning. https://www.amazon.com/Carbon-Fiber-Tube-Wrapped-Surface/dp/B07DH8WYQQ/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?keywords=carbon+fiber+tube&qid=1554147132&s=gateway&sr=8-1-spons&psc=1 https://www.ebay.com/i/123165031900?rt=nc&var=423574663558&_trkparms=aid%3D222007%26algo%3DSIM.MBE%26ao%3D2%26asc%3D20160908110712%26meid%3Dae995979ba42462ea30ceb0bda2fd5d5%26pid%3D100677%26rk%3D2%26rkt%3D9%26sd%3D122309026322%26itm%3D423574663558 Happy swinging. Brett 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Voyager32 Posted April 2, 2019 Share Posted April 2, 2019 I would like to see and hear more about your conversion, looks great, but didn’t quite understand what was involved with the parts and process Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cool riverr Posted April 3, 2019 Author Share Posted April 3, 2019 On 4/2/2019 at 8:59 AM, Voyager32 said: I would like to see and hear more about your conversion, looks great, but didn’t quite understand what was involved with the parts and process Could you be a bit more specific? Which model do you have? Brett Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Voyager32 Posted April 3, 2019 Share Posted April 3, 2019 4 hours ago, cool riverr said: Could you be a bit more specific? Which model do you have? Brett I have the Equinox 600 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cool riverr Posted April 5, 2019 Author Share Posted April 5, 2019 On 4/3/2019 at 3:45 PM, Voyager32 said: I have the Equinox 600 From pic right to left. I didn't want to have to try and duplicate the drill hole pattern in EQX shaft, so I used my clamp-on arm cuff from the GM 1000. I drilled one hole in the carbon fiber replacement shaft (link above) to accept the "positioning nub" in the EQX hand grip. I reduced the height of said nub until I was able to slide the next shaft sections past. Next you have a couple choices - longer screws to compensate for larger diameter tube, or judicious use of sandpaper. I chose the latter. I wrapped sandpaper around the cf shaft and slowly removed material from inside the clamp area until I was happy with the fit, and felt reasonably comfortable the screws would be secure. Finally I added the telescoping tube clamp (link above). That covers the top section. Next, I cut off about 4" of the mid section (the crimped part). I also no longer need the push button release. I think that's it? As you can see, it collapses down to 25" - it barely fits in my carry-on bag, but it fits. I don't think I would travel with the coil on though. It's weird with Minelab - I have three straight shaft models (4500, EQX, GM 1000) and it really seems that shaft design is a total afterthought? The fixed length on the GM makes the d*mn thing so front heavy you need the bungee - reduce the shaft length and it swings like the EQX. Why did they crimp the mid section on the EQX? All the components are there to make it fully collapsible - i.e. locking collar. Just perform a couple mods at the factory and man, the EQX would be too sexy for it's own good? Minelab, are you paying attention? I'll gladly consult with you for a small fee? Thanks. Brett 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cool riverr Posted April 5, 2019 Author Share Posted April 5, 2019 On 4/3/2019 at 3:45 PM, Voyager32 said: I have the Equinox 600 The investment is minimal, and I'm confident if you had those 2 pieces sitting in front of you, it would make sense, if this doesn't? You don't have to cut the mid section, unless you want to make a "Micro-Nox" like Steve Hirschbach's. Brett Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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