tc3/tc4 turnbuckle install

[JimC]

Anyone have any hints/tips for assembling the turnbuckles on the TC4 (or TC3)? In about 20 minutes, I was only able to get one side in of one turnbuckle. I even tried using pliers on each piece to get extra force behind it. These are unbelievable. Maybe try some lube on it?

[AudiTT-Quattro]

The number one issue about threading turnbuckles is people usually forget that the ends are threaded in opposite directions. IE. one end has a left hand thread and the other has a right hand thread. I've seen this happen all the time.

If you're still having trouble threading the rods. Try starting the hole with a 4-40 tap or use an exacto knife to ream the inside a edge a bit so the threads have something to bite onto.

I'm sure others will have more suggestions but this has always worked for me. Good luck!

[JimC]

I'm pretty new to this, didn't know they thread in the opposite direction on the other end. Sweet. I'm sure that's it. Thanks for your help!