another approach for removing stubborn end pins

[CeeCee_C]

I've found that a large jacobs-style drill chuck can be used to remove end pins. I used the 3/4" capacity chuck for my lathe and vertical mill.

First I wrapped a small piece of leather around the head of the pin and HAND TIGHTENED the chuck, being careful to keep the chuck and the end pin inline.

I rocked the chuck left, right, left a few times and the end pin popped right out.

Note that a 1/2" capacity chuck isn't large enough if you want to use a caul since a common endpin O.D is 1/2"

I just checked ebay and a found a new 0-5/8" chuck for about $10 and a new 3/16"-3/4" one (like the one pictured) for just under $14.

[Denny Gies]

Very interesting, thanks for the tip.

[mandolinitis]

That's something that I never would've thought of or considered using. A "Jacobs-style drill chuck"? Nope, I wouldn't come up with that solution so thanks for the good tip.

[Clinton Johnson]

Great tip thanks to CeeCee

[pops1]

Here is another one, I have used a strain relief pliers for the strain relief on an amp. They are curved and fit the end pin well. Using the same technique as CeeCee it will come out very nicely.

[Wes Brandt]

Here is another one, I have used a strain relief pliers for the strain relief on an amp. They are curved and fit the end pin well. Using the same technique as CeeCee it will come out very nicely.

Just did a search on those pliers… must get! Pretty cheap as well.

http://www.miniinthebox.com/pro-skit..._p1184166.html

[CeeCee_C]

The advantage to the strain relief pliers is that they aren't as heavy as the jacobs chuck. I think I'll get a pair. Thanks, Pops1!

[sunburst]

For anyone who missed my approach, go to post #2.

[Loudloar]

I've successfully used a mini plumber's strap wrench. Inexpensive and available at any hardware store. It has a plastic handle and rubber strap; just put it around the end pin and turn until the sucker finally starts to loosen. The rubber really grips and the handle gives plenty of leverage. No chance of harming the end pin or guitar.

Steve

[jim simpson]

I like this handmade tool for end pin removal. It doesn't slip or tear up the pin.

[John Arnold]

1" wide fret pulling flush nippers, and a strip of basswood about 3/16" thick. The nippers are closed just enough to grab the head, then levered against the basswood strip placed next to the pin. It works great most of the time, and does not mark the pin or the body.
I don't have much faith in twisting on the head of the end pin, because I have broken a few.


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[Jeff Mando]

I use a similar technique, John, on stubborn guitar bridge pins. I prefer to pull straight, rather than twist.