A small "tip" for rocker capstans: do one screw at a time. If you want to go "up", loosen the screw that will let it "rock" up. Then tighten the "down" screw just slightly. Then tighten the "up" screw for the final adjustment. Once you've done a few you'll get a "feel" for it and it should go rather quickly. Of course, the proper tools should be at hand. The Off-Set Screwdriver, from Renner is one of the best. However, I've found that only one type of off-set will not always do the job. Enclosed is a "scan" of a couple of home made types. I hope this will help. BTW, the home made ones are heat treated so that the tip(s) are hard enough. 1/4" Drill Rod, is appropriate, although these were not made out of it. (Just some scrap Player Linkage.<G>) Joe Garrett, RPT, (Oregon) Captain, Tool Police Squares Are I
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