Clam Drill Plate Trigger Modification

[defiant1]

I saw this modification on FB and figured I would install it on my Clam drill plate. I use a M18 Milwaukee Drill with Kdrill auger. I do like the controlled action of the Clam Plate trigger bar modification much better than the loose tolerance factory specs.

 The parts (approximately $6 worth) used are (can get at Menards):
 Qty: 1 - Handi-Pak Compression spring 1/2x3-9/16: Part #88271
 Qty: 2 - Handi-Pak 3/8" Shaft Collar with Set Screw Part #83942
 Optional: Stainless steel washers 3/8" and lock-tite for set screws.

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[Ice Scratcher]

Looks pretty good... I was going to do something similar, but I found an easier route...

Here's mine...

Parts list...

1 rubber bushing...

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[hardwater diehard]

I like both those ideas ...for those with a Home Depot near by you may have it shipped to store


https://www.homedepot.com/p/Climax-3-8-in-Bore-Zinc-Plated-Mild-Steel-Set-Screw-Collar-C-037/203025018?MERCH=REC-_-SearchPLPHorizontal1_rr-_-NA-_-203025018-_-N

I believe you could find the spring at your local HD

[defiant1]

Looks pretty good... I was going to do something similar, but I found an easier route...

Here's mine...

Parts list...

1 rubber bushing...

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Yep, definitely different ways to tackle it.  Or do nothing at all, as the modification isn't necessary, but I feel it makes a better end product.  I do like the resistance in the spring as it gives me feedback, takes the play out of the trigger bar and returns trigger bar to the same spot every time.

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[Deal Ninja]

I used one of the big rubber bands that you get when you buy broccoli.



You can see it on the lower right side of the plate.  The round red and white thing is my bubble level so I can drill straight.

DN

[hardwater diehard]

I used one of the big rubber bands that you get when you buy broccoli.

DN

That's a nifty idea ...I have several ...use them on my H style tip ups as hook holders . That's going GREEN X2

[Ice Scratcher]

but I feel it makes a better end product.  I do like the resistance in the spring as it gives me feedback, takes the play out of the trigger bar and returns trigger bar to the same spot every time.

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I agree...

Mine is set up just the same.. I didn't like pulling in the trigger while waiting for the moment when it would jump to life.. Now I know, exactly when..

Set up as stock, just felt distant from the drills power, like pulling a lever, that pushed a button, that turned a....

Set up like we have, just feels more like one tool, opposed to a tool, running a tool...

Good luck this season!

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[defiant1]

I agree...

Mine is set up just the same.. I didn't like pulling in the trigger while waiting for the moment when it would jump to life.. Now I know, exactly when..

Set up as stock, just felt distant from the drills power, like pulling a lever, that pushed a button, that turned a....

Set up like we have, just feels more like one tool, opposed to a tool, running a tool...

Good luck this season!

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Well said.  Good luck to you as well.

[ran7ger]

 i did something very similar with a washer welded to a bolt attached to a spring.  works great.

[lynng]

I have two Clam Plates. I just finished making this modification to both of them.  Big improvement!  Thanks for posting this.

[defiant1]

I have two Clam Plates. I just finished making this modification to both of them.  Big improvement!  Thanks for posting this.

Glad to hear this thread, full of good ideas, helped you out.

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[RickOnt]

Hey defiant1

Big kudos from the byes in Ontario

My bud Misfish appreciates you passing this along

Cheers
Rick

[defiant1]

Hey defiant1

Big kudos from the byes in Ontario

My bud Misfish appreciates you passing this along

Cheers
Rick

Glad to help.

Tight lines
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[64BB]

I do like the controlled action of the Clam Plate trigger bar modification much better than the loose tolerance factory specs.

Exactly what I was thinking too.

Hey defiant1

Big kudos from the byes in Ontario

My bud Misfish appreciates you passing this along

Cheers
Rick

Glad to help.

Tight lines
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Misfish here,

Well looks like I found my way back in. Thanks Rick bye for passing on my thanks for a great idea to defiant1.
Heres what I came up, using what I had in the shop. Couple of nuts I bored out to size, then drilled and tapped 4mm for set screws to hold the stops in place. As you can see, it worked.
Big thanks again for Rick seeing this and to you defiant1, for posting. Bring on the hard water, as the rivers are sucking big time up here in da north.

[defiant1]

Exactly what I was thinking too.

Misfish here,

Well looks like I found my way back in. Thanks Rick bye for passing on my thanks for a great idea to defiant1.
Heres what I came up, using what I had in the shop. Couple of nuts I bored out to size, then drilled and tapped 4mm for set screws to hold the stops in place. As you can see, it worked.
Big thanks again for Rick seeing this and to you defiant1, for posting. Bring on the hard water, as the rivers are sucking big time up here in da north.

Good deal.  Glad you were able to get it put together with parts you had on hand.

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[Old Goat]

good job on that mod

[icefisher]

Just finish clam plate mod . It easy to do works great.  thanks 

[defiant1]

Just finish clam plate mod . It easy to do works great.  thanks 

Nice!  I am impressed with the mod each time I drill a hole.

[toy4runner4x4]

Castration band

[ActiveTrapChecker]

All great ideas. Now I just need to remember how to take it apart and add the mod parts.

Thanks for sharing

[Cub]

I saw this modification on FB and figured I would install it on my Clam drill plate. I use a M18 Milwaukee Drill with Kdrill auger. I do like the controlled action of the Clam Plate trigger bar modification much better than the loose tolerance factory specs.

 The parts (approximately $6 worth) used are (can get at Menards):
 Qty: 1 - Handi-Pak Compression spring 1/2x3-9/16: Part #88271
 Qty: 2 - Handi-Pak 3/8" Shaft Collar with Set Screw Part #83942
 Optional: Stainless steel washers 3/8" and lock-tite for set screws.



I did this mod.. works great!  Thanks a ton

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[motocross269]

Nice.....Another little project for me...   Thanks for posting

[hardwater diehard]

For the members who have completed the modification ...how did you remove the rubber coating on the trigger handle ...did you cut it off or were you able to remove and reinstall ...if so how ?

[Cub]

For the members who have completed the modification ...how did you remove the rubber coating on the trigger handle ...did you cut it off or were you able to remove and reinstall ...if so how ?

I just used a pair of pliers, Worked it back a forth and it slid right off. Pushed it back on and so far it hasn't moved

[hardwater diehard]

I just used a pair of pliers, Worked it back a forth and it slid right off. Pushed it back on and so far it hasn't moved

Thanks ...tried by hand with a little prying ...not so much...will give it a go with pliers...I may even consider adding some bulk to the thumb area via rubber hose/PVC .

[ActiveTrapChecker]

going to stop and pick up the spring and collars on my way home. Probably a dumb question, but will i know where on the trigger arm the spring should start/stop?

[OldSailor]

Watch the video!

[spoofhoundicefisher]

hardwater diehard i put mine in the deep freeze for a few hours and it just pulled right off and put the spring and collars on and put the rubber piece back on and it thawed out and is like it was never off.  tight lines all.

[ActiveTrapChecker]

Watch the video!

I did! I wasn't sure if it mattered how far the trigger had to be released before adding the spring

[Ice Scratcher]

Castration band

Nice...

Like my rubber bushing idea, that's just too easy...

Not Rube Goldberg enough for most of these guys..

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