Genesis 1000 Bottom Crossbar Repair


 
John-NY said:
So does this jig basically just pressure push the fitting into the square opening, then you unscrew the bolt and the fitting remains inside?

And the nut is basically setting the depth?
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Yes sets the depth but most importantly keeps it 90 degrees to end so threads are parallel for bolt
 
Mark Has a good point. If you don't get the fitting square inside the tube, you stand a real chance of cross threading it....Been there, done that, and it isn't fun.
 
As ex machinist all about pressing a pin, or fitting into hole or tubing 90deg and to consistent depth.

The fender washer is 1 1/4” dia so it hits all edges of 1” cross member when you tap down on bolt head. The hex nut with single washer was perfect.

The 1st one I did not have washer and the star blade was too close to end of tube. Concern with it pulling out when used, added washer to seat about 1/16” deeper.

Yes no cross threading or just binding when bolting in frame.
 
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