Hi everyone. I just want to update on the situation, since I might not have time to create a proper video update. The seller did not respond to my enquiry. What I had to do was suggested by @billmackinnon6505 : I had to put the relevant steel insert into a vice and try and grind down the edge of the helicoil with a dremel. This eventually got the helocoil low enough so that it could be smoothly inserted. When considering the purchase of these, I suggest for readers to consider whether they want to buy it direct from China or have it purchased on Amazon or a similar site for a markup. If the difference is not enormous (say on the order of £10) you may simply want to purchse this 'locally' so that it can be returned. Unfortunately it seems that Aliexpress or Bangood sellers will not help you in case of this kind of issue.
I think after they saw your video, they set the Helicoil a little deeper because that's what it looks like to me, I haven't had any problems. It is a good product and especially for that price!
The wires called a helicoil and is a harder than aluminium thread insert so longer lasting than plain aluminium.... it should screw in a bit more to go below the surface (try tap round with a drift if no helicoild tool). failing that hit it with a file and cover with a bit of tape.... alternatively file the end of the screws down by a millimetre or so not to push out the coil... I have one and its great value compared to others and really quite well made all things considered. If you get something from china for cheap expect to do some fettling........
The issue I had was the threaded insert came out and I was unable to thread them back in. I was unable to find the correct screw to use the factory threes in the bar. I had to drillthem out and re- tap with 7mm x 1.00 screws. Cost be about 20 dollars to repair. Terrible design, just thread the bar correctly from manufacturer. Did get a response from banggood debut was easier to repair myself. Other than the thread issue square is well made and accurate.
Hi everyone. I just want to update on the situation, since I might not have time to create a proper video update. The seller did not respond to my enquiry.
What I had to do was suggested by @billmackinnon6505 : I had to put the relevant steel insert into a vice and try and grind down the edge of the helicoil with a dremel. This eventually got the helocoil low enough so that it could be smoothly inserted.
When considering the purchase of these, I suggest for readers to consider whether they want to buy it direct from China or have it purchased on Amazon or a similar site for a markup. If the difference is not enormous (say on the order of £10) you may simply want to purchse this 'locally' so that it can be returned. Unfortunately it seems that Aliexpress or Bangood sellers will not help you in case of this kind of issue.
I think after they saw your video, they set the Helicoil a little deeper because that's what it looks like to me, I haven't had any problems. It is a good product and especially for that price!
The wires called a helicoil and is a harder than aluminium thread insert so longer lasting than plain aluminium.... it should screw in a bit more to go below the surface (try tap round with a drift if no helicoild tool). failing that hit it with a file and cover with a bit of tape.... alternatively file the end of the screws down by a millimetre or so not to push out the coil... I have one and its great value compared to others and really quite well made all things considered. If you get something from china for cheap expect to do some fettling........
Right, a bit of work filing the shoulders of the sliding bar and it now fits both sets of rails😊
Just got mine in. Didn't have this problem.
Mine works and fits fine, dead on 90 degrees. I use it often.
Just got mine. Not a problem on it.
The issue I had was the threaded insert came out and I was unable to thread them back in. I was unable to find the correct screw to use the factory threes in the bar. I had to drillthem out and re- tap with 7mm x 1.00 screws. Cost be about 20 dollars to repair. Terrible design, just thread the bar correctly from manufacturer. Did get a response from banggood debut was easier to repair myself. Other than the thread issue square is well made and accurate.
Da,,2 seconds on side grinder will De-ber wire.
Then Wala works perfect
Any response from Banggood?
One of the thumbscrews is taller than the other one.
Replacing a Helicoil is a simple operation. If you need help with it just ask a local auto mechanic.
is an helicoil, no big deal just grind it of flush
You should have stayed with the festool guide rail !
Stay with the best don't bother with others...