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Lane 1 Grip Loc System ....questions
« on: August 12, 2009, 05:32:28 AM »
ok getting close to crunchtime.....any one using these? Looking for any opinions....feedback with these. Thanks in advance!!!!
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Re: Lane 1 Grip Loc System ....questions
« Reply #1 on: August 12, 2009, 01:39:49 PM »
They are by far the easiest Interchangeables to install...

It is just a sleeve that glues into the hole.

The inner acts like a Brunswick Customatic fitting ball. It slides in and twists.

I have installed over 200 of these without failure between my shop and the 150 or so I installed at the Lane#1 booth in Alb. 2008.

I only offer these and the Vise IT at my shop. I stay away from the Switch Grip. Too much dangerous past history.

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Re: Lane 1 Grip Loc System ....questions
« Reply #2 on: August 12, 2009, 05:56:06 PM »
Not trying to butt-in, but VISE IT is offered in 3 sizes I don't know about the Switch grip and different size options as I do not carry any other brand but VISE IT.
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Re: Lane 1 Grip Loc System ....questions
« Reply #3 on: August 12, 2009, 06:41:11 PM »
Vise also has the 1 3/16 for 1 1/8 solids!
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Re: Lane 1 Grip Loc System ....questions
« Reply #4 on: August 12, 2009, 06:59:36 PM »
i tried them and had some problems with them only on mine but the others i drilled for loke them. my troubles were caused cause i twist my thumb a lil out of the thumb and threw the ball but never got the insert back
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Re: Lane 1 Grip Loc System ....questions
« Reply #5 on: August 12, 2009, 07:17:59 PM »
The 1 3/16 is not with the kit. Purchase separately from Exactacator (VISE)
They also have a sleeve that gives you the opportunity to change out a switch grip to VISE 1 3/8 slug!
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Re: Lane 1 Grip Loc System ....questions
« Reply #6 on: August 12, 2009, 08:28:47 PM »

 I try to help if I can!!
Where is Imperial Mo?
Close to KC????
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Re: Lane 1 Grip Loc System ....questions
« Reply #7 on: August 12, 2009, 08:39:54 PM »
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They also have a sleeve that gives you the opportunity to change out a switch grip to VISE 1 3/8 slug!
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I couldn't find this on the vise website anywhere. Where did you find it? Thanks!!!
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Re: Lane 1 Grip Loc System ....questions
« Reply #8 on: August 12, 2009, 09:19:40 PM »
Close to Floressant(sp?)
We used to have a winter stop at Dick Webers bowl on the PBA tour
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Re: Lane 1 Grip Loc System ....questions
« Reply #9 on: August 13, 2009, 10:52:36 AM »
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I only offer these and the Vise IT at my shop. I stay away from the Switch Grip. Too much dangerous past history.

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Is this because of stories you've heard/read or because of problems you've had yourself installing them?  I use Turbo and Vise and I've had no problems with either as far as customer care or installation.  Also you say the 1-1/2 seems too big but the larger "it" is 1-7/16.  You think that is much different? Not trying to start an arguement just want your opinion since you seem like a busy shop.
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Yes. Past history I've heard.. I've heard horror stories of the tabs breaking on the Switch Grip and people being hurt. Mike Austin comes to mind as well. Not a bash against Switch Grip I am just stating why I don't use it. The past experiences of people I've talked to steered me away. I have had no problem with the VIse IT at all. I have also been using the Grip Loc since before Lane#1 aquired the dist rights..

It was just an opinion and what I use..

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Re: Lane 1 Grip Loc System ....questions
« Reply #10 on: August 13, 2009, 10:53:50 AM »
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I only offer these and the Vise IT at my shop. I stay away from the Switch Grip. Too much dangerous past history.

beans


Is this because of stories you've heard/read or because of problems you've had yourself installing them?  I use Turbo and Vise and I've had no problems with either as far as customer care or installation.  Also you say the 1-1/2 seems too big but the larger "it" is 1-7/16.  You think that is much different? Not trying to start an arguement just want your opinion since you seem like a busy shop.
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One more thing about the hole sizes... I know 1 7/16" is not much different that 1 1/2". If the bits are slightly dull they chatter pretty good. It's the pro and con of the devices..
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Re: Lane 1 Grip Loc System ....questions
« Reply #11 on: August 13, 2009, 11:01:38 AM »
The Vise "IT" also can be installed in place of the switch grip if you want to change from switch grip to IT!
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Re: Lane 1 Grip Loc System ....questions
« Reply #12 on: August 14, 2009, 11:05:25 AM »
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Close to Floressant(sp?)
We used to have a winter stop at Dick Webers bowl on the PBA tour
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yes actually about 30ish minutes for me.  I've shot at dick weber a few times.
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yes actually about 30ish minutes for me.  I've shot at dick weber a few times.

What'd he ever do to you...LOL
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Re: Lane 1 Grip Loc System ....questions
« Reply #13 on: August 14, 2009, 10:17:05 PM »
I have used teh GripLoc for 3-4 years now.

Yes it is easy to install but it is also the least durable of teh bunch.

It seems that every inner sleeve I use gets some play in it after 1/2 to 3/4 of a season....

I am looking into the IT system but teh $400 initial investment is a pretty big leap to take.
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