Rinoblock Target Questions

[smokin joe]

My RINOBLOCK target was getting a bit beat up, so I bought a new target center replacement.

The new target center came with a length of plastic tube -- What is that for?

The target center is not a tight fit so it slides out pretty easily -- What is up with that?

The paint on the target insert rubs off and stains the front of my arrows -- Can I remove the paint from the target without ruining it?

The target face paint is so neon bright that picking a spot is almost impossible because it is so visually distracting -- Can I remove the paint from the target without ruining it?

I can't be the only Trad Gang member who has tried a Rinoblock target insert. Who can offer some information?

[tippit]

If you put your green hog light over it that might mute the the neon brightness down...just kidding as I have no idea how to fix it for you

[McDave]

I have one and also replaced the center insert.  My original insert came with a plastic tube that ran from the outer shell of the target into the insert.  I assume this was to help hold it in place.  I couldn't figure out how to install it in the new insert, so I gave up.  The new insert slides backwards after many shots, and I occasionally push it back in so it is flush.  My insert fits tightly enough that it isn't a real big issue, but it is annoying that a supposedly top notch target doesn't have a better way of switching out an insert.

I'm not bothered by the brightness of the paint, but if I were I'll bet I could sand down the paint until it was dull.

[BigJim]

The tube is for holding in the inserts and the work well. If you can't get yours to line up, it may be upside down.. I haven't replaced an insert on one of the rinoblocks, but have on many of their other targets. Some times you need to wiggle the insert and tube around a little.

Yes the paint will come off on shafts. I'm sure you could scrape or sand it off without too much issue.
BigJIm