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Replacement Part Instructions and Help
INSTRUCTIONS:
Skelly Parts replacements are meant to match the screw pattern and position of your original connector.
1) Before removing your broken connector, make note of the orientation of original connector.
- - - You may want to mark the position with a pencil/pen on the bone/arm itself.
2) Unscrew all of the screws holding the original connector.
- - - Making sure to go slow as to not strip the screw heads (they are very soft).
3) Remove the existing connector and place the replacement in it place, lining up the screw holes.
- - - If the screw holes don't line up, turn the connector 180 degrees. Many of the these only fit on one way and are not reversible.
4) Screw back in the screws that were removed (or the replacement screws).
- - - Don't overtighten them as the plastic of the bone/arm is not very thick and it doesn't need to be super tight.
5) Re-attach your arm/head and enjoy!
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COMMON QUESTIONS:
General Remarks: 3D Parts aren't perfect. There can be slight differences in dimension from batch to batch. As well as our Skelly/Inferno friends, not everyone is perfectly made.
Q) What do I do if the holes don’t line up?
A) These parts were designed to match the original hole pattern. (The original parts were 3D scanned and compared to be sure the holes are as close as possible). The first thing to try is spinning the part 180 degrees. Many of these parts only fit on in one way and the hole patterns only have one correct orientation. If the holes, still don’t align, this could be because of the quality of the Skelly or Inferno itself. If the screws came out of the original connector at an angle, they will need to go back into the replacement part at the same angle.
Q) I can’t twist my parts together by hand?
A) These parts are designed to be TIGHT!!! Plastic has a small amount of stretch and this stretch is more prevalent when they are installed. Install the part(s) first and then you will have the extra leverage to twist them together. Don’t worry, you won’t break them. If you do, let me know please.
Q) They are still too tight for my liking; how can I loosen the connection?
A) Remove the male replacement connector and loosen the 4 allen screws on the back that holds the tabs pieces. This will allow the tabs to raise a bit and give a bit more space to slide together.
Q) They are too loose; how can I tighten them together?
A) Remove the male replacement connector and tighten the 4 allen screws on the back that holds the tabs pieces. If they are already as tight as possible (don't strip them by over tightening them!!!!) You can add some layers of duct tape or other material to the main surface of the replacement part (the large circle piece where the 8 screw heads are visible) to make it thicker. This will cause the tabs to lock in better.
Q) I’ve broken the replacement parts, now what?
A) These parts aren't indestructible, in fact I'd rather they break instead of your 12-foot friend. Please send me a message with a picture and I will help get your 12-foot friend mended again.