I must be doing something wrong.....

[zuTma]

When I was getting hot button my problem wasn't dirty spring or dirts inside it, I clean it properly and it was the same. It took me a while until I got it.
My problem was center post where spring is on bottom cap, It seems it was overtighten. I unscrew it(barely) and look for dirt or something but it was clean...I put it back but this time I screw it just enough, not to much. Everything is good now Try and that too. It can't hurt.

 

[UnFettered_Soul]

Thanks so much guys!
I am gong to try all of these and report back.
I have to do some serious house cleaning, got family coming in, and some engraving for work so I'm not
behind for Christmas orders.

As soon as I get some free time, I will try the suggested and post again.
I appreciate all the help you guys are offering.

 

[The Yeti]

I've been using Para's 'hiss' method ever since he posted it a few days ago - when you change batteries, put the atty/carto up to your ear while tightening the telescope. As soon as I hear the atty/carto fire, I give the telescope about one more full turn.

I was very surprised how far out the telescope was threaded with this method - I was tightening it down WAY too much before.

 

[Killjoy1]

Yeah, it's really easy to over-tighten before you get used to how it feels when it just makes contact. The "hiss" method has worked well for me in my learning phase, as well

 

[Major]

If you use your GG as your primary, the hiss method is something you will eventually get a feel for and become fairly accurate. Like any other mechanical operation, repetition will breed the familiarity and comfort that your touch senses will recognize as the right length.

 

[UnFettered_Soul]

Thanks guys, I'll try the "hiss" method as well.
I'm "in love" with my GG and am determined to get it working right.

 

[fright88]

Another thing you can do if you don't mind the look is something like this Edited to add this pic is courtesy of Silentt I got the idea from him and Mergryphon.

I did it yesterday and it has a couple advantages.
1 Adds grip so the GGTS is less slippery
2 I now have almost no wobble of the bottom tube
3 virtually eliminates overtightening.

Use the hiss method to find about where you want to tighten to then guess how many o-rings you need (I use 18mm x 2mm o-rings it makes the o-rings sit very slightly above the level of top and bottom tube 18x1.5 would probably sit flush or slightly sunken but I like the feel of 2mm better. I also use 1 17mmx1.5mm or 18mmx1.5mm to sit right above the bottom tube because of it's narrower size it actualy slightly wedges into the bottom tube to help stability) Place the o-rings on the telescope with the smaller dia one towards the bottom tube and tighten everything down. Once you find the right amount of o-rings like I said it is almost impossible to over tighten and you get less bottom tube wobble.

This isn't for everyone as most people don't like the look but I prefer the more solid feel and I think the black gives a nice little contrast to the SS.

 

[Major]

Yes indeed! I am non-commital about the look it gives but can't over state how much more useful it is when using my 18650's. AS far as stability and grip, it simply is a no brainer for me.

 

[UnFettered_Soul]

Another thing you can do if you don't mind the look is something like this Edited to add this pic is courtesy of Silentt I got the idea from him and Mergryphon.


I did it yesterday and it has a couple advantages.
1 Adds grip so the GGTS is less slippery
2 I now have almost no wobble of the bottom tube
3 virtually eliminates overtightening.

Use the hiss method to find about where you want to tighten to then guess how many o-rings you need (I use 18mm x 2mm o-rings it makes the o-rings sit very slightly above the level of top and bottom tube 18x1.5 would probably sit flush or slightly sunken but I like the feel of 2mm better. I also use 1 17mmx1.5mm or 18mmx1.5mm to sit right above the bottom tube because of it's narrower size it actualy slightly wedges into the bottom tube to help stability) Place the o-rings on the telescope with the smaller dia one towards the bottom tube and tighten everything down. Once you find the right amount of o-rings like I said it is almost impossible to over tighten and you get less bottom tube wobble.

This isn't for everyone as most people don't like the look but I prefer the more solid feel and I think the black gives a nice little contrast to the SS.

Thanks fright.
Where would I find these o-rings?

 

[fright88]

O-Rings, Inc. Since 1958 - Buy Online
Is where I order them from on line. Also most home improvement stores sell o rings. Home depot lowes harbor freight. I personally buy them from ace hardware locally.