@Redline Was asking in another thread about difficulty closing out. So, I wanted to share a simple mod with you that I love and it makes closing out much easier. I did this mod on my Ettore Backflip, which I use all the time, but I imagine you could do it on other brands as well.
The purpose is to have the lowest profile hardware (nuts and bolts) possible so that your hardware stops interfering with a proper close out:
Step 1:
Buy new hardware:
Step 2:
Remove old hardware. You should be able to figure this step out on your own.
Step 3:
Install new 1/2" bolts with low profile nuts. Tighten very well, these are not lock nuts, but the tension will keep them from loosening.
On the Ettore backflip, I use pliers to lower the angle on the brass bracket. You will see a small tab that raises the bracket up, just bend that out a little bit so it lays lower allowing the new nuts to get a good connection.
Alright let’s have some before and afters:
Yes, you are losing the quick release. But, in return you will have a more solid feeling squeegee. And, swapping channels is a time waster. I would much rather just have multiple sizes ready to go.
More:
Look at the difference in height!!! I got so sick of the bolts hitting the frames.
Last two:
Hope that helps, let me know if you have any questions or feedback.