Tool/method for tightening switches?

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19 Jan 2015 02:43 #27831 by voyn
Hey folks, is there a tool or easy (and non-damaging) method for tightening the switches on the Devo radios? The nut holding in the Gear switch on my 8S came loose during shipping and scratched up the plate behind it. I tightened it up well enough using a flat screwdriver blade but it obviously wasn't ideal and I couldn't tighten it very much without damaging it. Today, I was flying and the RUD D/R switch nut came off in my hand. Lucky I didn't lose it. I'm getting a little tired of dealing with this. Any good suggestions?

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19 Jan 2015 05:36 #27836 by Arakon
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I only ever had to tighten them once, when I installed them.. I used a wide screwdriver blade. If they keep coming off, apply a small drop of loctite on the threads, but try not to get any on the plastic.

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19 Jan 2015 16:01 #27847 by voyn
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If I can tighten something properly by other means then I generally try to stay away from loctite because it is a bit messy. I suppose it would be cheaper than the 25 euro wrench I finally found on some random site, though. Thanks!

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20 Jan 2015 00:32 #27868 by hexfet
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While I had the case apart to add a module I tightened a loose switch by holding the nut by hand while slightly twisting the switch body back and forth. Took a few minutes but got the switch snug.

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20 Jan 2015 13:16 #27884 by Deal57
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Here is the tool I use. It's the right size for the Devo7e nuts, and these nuts are an exact replacement. Plus they are in color!

Apex RC Products Red Aluminum JR Radio Switch Nuts #1726 http://r.ebay.com/oRy4OS

The tool is a bit tricky with the 2-way switch but if you line it up right it works perfectly.

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20 Jan 2015 19:08 #27893 by voyn
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Perfect!!! Thanks so much! I was looking to add some red accents to my Tx anyways, so this couldn't be better.

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