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Adapting M1 gimbal handle to accept 5/8 inch arm posts instead of the standard 3/4 inch

What the thread found

  • The M1 gimbal handle is designed for 3/4 inch arm posts
  • A machinist can create a reducer bushing or spacer to adapt the M1 gimbal handle down to 5/8 inch diameter arm posts
  • Custom spacer drawings are available for this modification

Depends on

  • This requires commissioning a custom part from a machinist
  • The solution was proposed in 2017 and may have limited current availability

Parts

Arm Post

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