82104A card reader coupler slipping

[David Hayden]

(11-07-2023 04:33 AM)teenix Wrote:  The super glue holds it in position and prevents slipping but the coupler and gear will still come apart because Super Glue adheres but does not stick with a bullet proof bond to the cable inner.

As will the gummy repairs, Super Glue comes off the gear easily with acetone.

Thanks, Tony. Yes, it occurred to me that my whole premise might have been wrong. I assumed that super glue would create an permanent bond that would prevent future repairs if needed.

Your method with the coax cable insulation looks really nice and would create a much neater solution compared to my current wire insulation and shrink wrap hack. I may try it this weekend. I especially like the idea of making several extra couplings for future use. Hmm. If I could only find that piece of surgical tubing I got from Geoff Quickfall, I'd have all the parts to repair other card readers.

All the best, and thanks again.
Dave