Broken Pod Loc

[kmc0929]

Had a broken Pod Lock, just curious, is there a way to avoid this? I want to make sure Im not doing something wrong on my end that broke it.

 

[BOLTRIPPER]

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you brute!

 

[KeithR41]

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Email KMW. Terry will fix you up. I broke two of the older models. Terry sent me the updated replacements and they are GTG.

41

 

[RobertB]

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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: BOLTRIPPER</div><div class="ubbcode-body">you brute! </div></div>Some men do not know their own strength

 

[johndoe]

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Is it true the newer version is metal?

 

[evilmonkey]

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just go to

http://t-nuts.com/index.php?cPath=73&osCsid=31b04663007f09b68366350b74729cd6

and order a new lever all metal for $6.00...

 

[Pinto]

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There was an issue with some levers last year - see this thread from Terry on the replacement:
http://www.snipershide.com/forum/ubbthreads.php?ubb=showflat&Number=1718742&nt=2&page=1

 

[LoneWolfUSMC]

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Don't let the podlock rest on the barricade.

 

[Rob01]

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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: evilmonkey</div><div class="ubbcode-body">just go to

http://t-nuts.com/index.php?cPath=73&osCsid=31b04663007f09b68366350b74729cd6

and order a new lever all metal for $6.00...

</div></div>

Because some of us like to support people like Terry Cross who has supported the shooting community and this site for years.

 

[Triad]

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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: johndoe</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Is it true the newer version is metal? </div></div>

No.

KMW made a special run with alloy handles, but the G2 version does not have them. Ive spoken to Terry about them and he told me this. Yes is possible to break the G2 version, but the handle will fail before you damage the internal parts/bipod/mount. You could continue to function, just with a really short lever. The alloy ones were strong enough to break internal parts or rip out the hardware that mounts the bipod to the rifle. The G2 PODLOC is less likly to break than the old ones, but will still snap when it should. Like a pop-off valve.....

 

[sobrbiker883]

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Call Terry or the vendor you got it from and get a new lever.

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Rob01</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: evilmonkey</div><div class="ubbcode-body">just go to

http://t-nuts.com/index.php?cPath=73&osCsid=31b04663007f09b68366350b74729cd6

and order a new lever all metal for $6.00...

</div></div>

Because some of us like to support people like Terry Cross who has supported the shooting community and this site for years. </div></div>

Oh hellz yeah!!


As far as avoinding it in the future-

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: LoneWolfUSMC</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Don't let the podlock rest on the barricade.
</div></div>

I also make it a habit to swing it out of the way after adjusting. The bipod's frame will take the abuse and "cover" the lever.

 

[LoneWolfUSMC]

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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: evilmonkey</div><div class="ubbcode-body">just go to

http://t-nuts.com/index.php?cPath=73&osCsid=31b04663007f09b68366350b74729cd6

and order a new lever all metal for $6.00...

</div></div>

Sure...nothing could go wrong by putting a long metal lever on a small threaded stud.

The PodLoc lever is "sacrificial". If it takes an impact, it breaks. This saves the bipod mechanism. If it breaks I would much rather have a short lever than a damaged bipod.

 

[Dave-O]

Re: Broken Pod Loc

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: LoneWolfUSMC</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: evilmonkey</div><div class="ubbcode-body">just go to

http://t-nuts.com/index.php?cPath=73&osCsid=31b04663007f09b68366350b74729cd6

and order a new lever all metal for $6.00...

</div></div>

Sure...nothing could go wrong by putting a long metal lever on a small threaded stud.

The PodLoc lever is "sacrificial". If it takes an impact, it breaks. This saves the bipod mechanism. If it breaks I would much rather have a short lever than a damaged bipod. </div></div>

I've learned this over the last year or so... The podloc, if placed in the wrong position on a barricade will get broken... To me, this is a wear item, that's why I keep 2 spares just in case...

 

[kmc0929]

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terry is sending a replacement, great guy.

it would be nice to buy spare handles from tnutz.

 

[Terry Cross]

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FYI,
The new generation handles will take a lot of abuse and still flex enough to not damage the bipod under most circumstances, including barricades.

Actually, the old handles would too. It was only the 1,200 or so handles that got out of here without the 30% glass fill in the plastice that had issues.

Either way, the kits all carry lifetime warranties and are replaced at no cost to the owner.

As stated in other threads before, if you want cheap, go straight to J.W.Winco and McMaster Carr for imported levers. That is where T-nuts gets theirs.

Thanks for your business.
Everybody have a safe weekend.

Terry

 

[sobrbiker883]

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Amazing how the world works...
After posting this morning about how I keep from breaking my knobs, I went and shot a match. Halfway through I thought the biopd was a little loose so I went to tighten it up a hair and-no knob!!
I don't know if this one was light on the glass fill (got it maybe 12-14 months ago).

Seeing the scratched metal on the bipod I think I can say I hit something harder than I thought, and don't expect a free replacement, but would like to buy one if I can. Terry-I'll try to get a hold of you after SHOT, I'm sure you're a busy guy this week.

 

[notquiteright]

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You can break a pod loc? I've had mine for around 5 years and if ever a monkey could pooch something.

But I dont for one second doubt where Terry Cross will be if I need help.

 

[chad3]

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Love Rob's response. I still can't believe how many owners are on here vs other forums. We are so lucky to hear from the horses mouth so to speak. Terry thanks for the great product and standing behind it. Reasons to buy the pod loc.

 

[sobrbiker883]

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And just an update,

KMW had another setup on the way within 24hrs even though I told Terry I wanted to pay for it he wouldn't hear of it.

Thanks Terry, I'll buy you a drink one of these days!

Try that with the Tnuts folks.

NQR-anythings breakable. Want to prove it-brag online about how something never breaks

 

[kmc0929]

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1) Received my replacement loc today, Terry is a good guy to deal with. This model is slightly different than the last one. He got it out quickly too.

2) See photo below... The original loc broke on a rifle with out a sling, now that I have this replacement put on the HS stock, I am worried the sling swivel is going to put too much pressure on the loc when carrying. This rifle weighs a ton so I don't want to put too much stress on the top of that lever. The original loc was on a rifle that was much lighter.

 

[Phylodog]

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Can you attach the sling here?

 

[kmc0929]

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yeah, that's sort of what I was wondering, would it be better to just attach it there.

 

[sobrbiker883]

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Yes, that's what its there for

But I prefer flushcups that get the sling away from the pod anyway...

 

[Kells81]

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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: evilmonkey</div><div class="ubbcode-body">just go to

http://t-nuts.com/index.php?cPath=73&osCsid=31b04663007f09b68366350b74729cd6

and order a new lever all metal for $6.00...

</div></div>

Lets see for $6 you get a Dead Nuts unit. I have a bipod at the house that has one of these on it that came on a rifle from the PX here been waiting on my next brownells order to replace. I also have at least 5 of the Pod Lock units and there is not comparison. I think they were $15-$20 each and are quality kit.

As seen here if you break the PL unit, its a safe bet that you will get a replacement for nothing or next to nothing. If you break the Dead Nutz unit, well looks like your going to maybe need a new bipod cause I am sure you will break something on the bipod/stock before you break that handle. Something I learned with my Nitro powered RC car, When you start replacing things with Aluminum the next part down the line breaks which is generally more expensive that just buying the first part a couple of times.

I dont skimp when it comes to my rifles and most of the peeps on this site are the same way. When you spend $5k+ on a stick setup for LR another $20 seems like chicken scratch.

 

[sobrbiker883]

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Got my replacement already, thanks Terry!!!

 

[scott1119]

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I dont want to start any crap, but I got my podlock from TNuts, When I tried to install it It was the wrong thread size "my fault when ordering" I called tnuts to order a replacement, and when I was giving him my payment info he told me there would be no charge.
It was not tnuts fault that I ordered the wrong size, I think Robert is a stand up guy.
As for Terry Cross, I have the utmost respect for the man, I was just tryin something different. Thank you Terry for supporting this site and the shooting world.

 

[Triad]

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I wasn't aware that there is more than one size of podloc, or that Tnuts carries the Podloc.

 

[opeagle]

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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: LoneWolfUSMC</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Don't let the podlock rest on the barricade.
</div></div>

That's exactly what happened to mine. Still need to replace that one now that I think about it.

 

[sawman556]

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Pod loc is good kit. Kinda wish my Atlas had one.

 

[Jaxdialation]

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Slop and wiggle is a "feature" of the Atlas.

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: sawman556</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Pod loc is good kit. Kinda wish my Atlas had one. </div></div>

 

[Kasey]

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sawman556- I suspect you know that the Atlas has preload tension, the Tension knob on the bottom when rotated in direction of the arrow adds to this tension. What we here is people want more leverage.
But as I understand it the Harris Podloc set-up will also loosen with use as well. Is this your experience?

 

[Cuban Croc]

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Just my observations. I know there are several ways to attach slings. That stock looks to have a double stud. Even though it has a two studs, doesn't mean you have to use it. I had a setup similar. I just removed the rear stud and attached the sling to the bipod. You can leave the stud in there and if the other stud breaks in the field you will have a back up. Maybe I am wrong. It would not be the first time being wrong.