Z2.2 button too stiff

[MemphisRib]

I've seen some hopeful postings from folks that hope that continued use of the z2.2 button sorts out the stiffness. Some have considered cutting bit off the spring. Another forum site suggested annealing the spring with a torch. I don't want to resort to such if not necessary, but my pinky finger is getting sore. Does it get better? Anyone have any experiences or advice?

 

[State O' Flux]

I don't have first hand familiarity with the DX Z 2.5... but I do know a bit about springs.

Good quality springs generally don't suffer from a great loss of spring rate over time... so no, it's not likely to get softer - assuming that the excess pressure lies entirely with the spring and not button drag.

If the spring is preloaded when you assemble the button... then yes, cutting a coil off will soften the pressure, not by reducing the actual rate, but by reducing the effective, preloaded rate.

A bit of research... there's a fellow complaining about the button here (scroll down). Perhaps his difficulties are yours as well.

 

[MemphisRib]

Thanks, I hear you and I will not expect improvement based on use. The comments from the other user seem to indicate he is in the same boat. Sigh. I really dig the setup otherwise, but my pinkie doth protest.

 

[State O' Flux]

I really dig the setup otherwise, but my pinkie doth protest.

Me thinks, 'tis better the pinkie, than the lady.

 

[MemphisRib]

I broke down and pulled out the wire cutters. Took off almost half the spring before it was suitable. Worked great.

 

[State O' Flux]

I broke down and pulled out the wire cutters. Took off almost half the spring before it was suitable. Worked great.

Maybe... they do that on purpose, so you can trim to suit.

All's well that ends well.