bevel lok

Beanbag · March 10, 2011, 11:23:00 AM

Well, I just irdered a bevel lok from Kutom king. Going to take a shot at making my Savannah into a 2 pc. It's 60# at 28". This connection should handle this poundage. Anyone out there have any input for installation on a retro fit? Their instructions are primarily for new construction. Any helpful hints Thanks Jim G

No-sage · March 10, 2011, 03:15:00 PM

Here are some pics I posted of one I recently put into a stave.

Bow Swap Thread

It's not an easy job. You have to be very precise on your milling depth. Not sure I would try it on a bow I bought and had to cut in half.

The instructions I had showed how to retrofit. I think I have it in a PDF I could e-mail to you.

John Scifres · March 10, 2011, 03:25:00 PM

No-sage,

Could you email the instructions to me: j.scifres@sbcglobal.net I got one years ago but have been scared to do it. Maybe if I had better instructions.

Thanks!

Beanbag · March 10, 2011, 03:28:00 PM

Thanks No-sage, I already have that saved for reference. How solid did the connection finally finish up. Do you think it will hold uo to 60#'s? I was thinking of hand fitting each bow half similar to fitting a lockset, How much leeway does the epoxy give you. Do you think the smaller grip on the Savanna will hold up to the stress.Finally what is the best epoxy to use, I know there are a few laminating epoxies but would something for metal be a better choice?? I don't know if there is relly a differance. Thanks Jim G

No-sage · March 10, 2011, 07:23:00 PM

The connection is solid. It really makes a difference in the depth that you set your fixtures. The phenolic shims need to take up the space exactly. I only had one set of shims, so I had to be exact. When I first got mine it had several different thickness shims. Just pick the right one to fit the depth of the fixture.

Don't know what a Savanah looks like, couldn't tell you about that bows grip other than I personally wouldn't try this on a bow I liked.

I used this in another bow that was 55lbs. It was fine at that weight. The bow broke though and I saved the joint.

I used golf club building epoxy because it's what I had and it was black like the spacers (shims). I believe the instructions say to use MT-13 smooth-on. I never liked that glue so I wasn't going to use it anyway. Brownell's glass bedding (for rifle stocks) works well for wood the metal.

I think if you posted a topic on the main forum of you would get a few responses from folks that have used them in their bows. The joints are still available but you don't see too many bowyers using them for their takedown systems. Could be a reason for that if you ask around.

The instructions I have don't have the retrofit instructions included. The websites are dead. You should get them with your order.

Beanbag · March 10, 2011, 07:34:00 PM

Thanks No-sage, I did order one from KustomKing, Hope I didn't waste my money. I like the Savannah and want to take it to CO this elk season but would like to have it packable. My biggest concern is if it is strong enough. Lots of forces working at the shot. I'll give the pow-wow a shot Thks JG

Walt Francis · March 10, 2011, 09:01:00 PM

No-Sage,
Just wondering, why don't you like the MT-13? I have had excellent results with all my wood to metal glue us since switching it.

No-sage · March 11, 2011, 07:52:00 AM

Walt,

I've had several problems with sleeved takedowns using it.

I switched over to Brownell's glass bedding and was able to repair them all.

Never had good luck with it is all.

Jeremy · March 11, 2011, 08:17:00 AM

It's been a few years since I talked to Jim Stepp, but he said he after his buddy developed the BowBolt people lost interest in it and he moved on to other things.

I've seen a few bows where the beveloc had siezed up and heard of a few others.

I still have a Stepp Ladder set and gave one to my father. Great product.