Removing shafts with a heat gun

[Stephen]

Now that I have recieved a set of Nippon shafts, time to remove the s300.

My question is can a I use a heat gun?
- what heat setting 500, 800 or 1100
- how long can I expect it to take
- any tips

Thanks.

[The Saint]

Put it on the highest setting... I use a blow torch on steel shafts when removing them from irons so I'm not sure how long it will take with a heat gun. You should be able to twist it off once the epoxy starts to loosen. I would give it a few minutes.

[KickerOfElves]

On high a minute or two is all it takes. With steel shafted irons I usually put a heavy glove on, hit it with some high heat and grab the club by the head and the grip and apply a lot of twisting force.


Remember to cut the ferrules off first (messy!)

[jvincent]

Ditto what the Saint said. I tried to take a steel shaft out of an iron head with my heat gun once. Emphasis on the once.

A propane torch takes less than a minute per head.

[Chieflongtee]

To each his own. I don't use the propane torch anymore as it leaves blue and black stuff and requires extra cleaning. Heat gun is my first choice and butane is my 2nd choice(for composite heads and Callys) The following article might interest you.

http://www.mitchellgolf.com/tech_use_puller.asp

[jvincent]

On a somewhat related note, has anyone here ever seen the JB shaft puller in action?

A friend has one, and if you're not careful, like I was once, you can launch a driver head right across the room.

[Chieflongtee]

On a somewhat related note, has anyone here ever seen the JB shaft puller in action?

A friend has one, and if you're not careful, like I was once, you can launch a driver head right across the room.

I use it in the kitchen no luck so far Just kidding

[Weirfan]

use a torch and glove for steel shafted irons and save alot of time...no need to waste time with a heat gun

only need a heat gun if you feel you need to be cautious for wood heads I still will often use the torch ...no problems if you are careful

use a puller for all graphite shafted clubs

[Chieflongtee]

use a torch and glove for steel shafted irons and save alot of time...no need to waste time with a heat gun

only need a heat gun if you feel you need to be cautious for wood heads I still will often use the torch ...no problems if you are careful

use a puller for all graphite shafted clubs

You forgot to mention: Wear glasses when using a torch. Leftover epoxy in the tip can pop out.

[The Saint]

You forgot to mention: Wear glasses when using a torch. Leftover epoxy in the tip can pop out.

... and be in a well ventilated room as burning epoxy can be very smelly.. family members could come and shut you down!

.. as Weirfan mentioned use a good shaft puller when pulling heads off graphite shafts... never ever twist the clubhead off a graphite shaft as the fibres are warm and it will definitely weaken them. be vewy vewy careful..

[Chieflongtee]

and be in a well ventilated room as burning epoxy can be very smelly.. family members could come and shut you down!

. Same deal with solvent. I can't believe some people still use gas.

[GarthM]

I used to use the heat gun, but it takes too long. Been using the butane kitchen torch for a while now and it is great. A minute or so for either steel or graphite and off she comes, no muss no fuss.

G

[Stephen]

Thanks for the info and great tips.

I will try the heat gun tonight.

I am only doing 7 irons so I think the heat gun will be okay.

I have used the heat gun on graphite shafts and fairway woods with good results. I did learn the hard way not to twist the shaft when pulling.

Thanks again.

Best Regards all.

[Chieflongtee]

If anybody is thinking of getting a heat gun now is the time:

http://canadiantire.ca/browse/produc...romSearch=true

[Nat Williams]

Hey Chief,

I have a driver head w/ a graphite shaft in it I'd like to pull. Would that heat gun do the trick? I've sold the head (so it needs to come out unharmed) ... I've never tried before, and I'm a little hesitant to start w/ something that's already been sold.

please advise !

[jvincent]

Yes, it should work fine.

If you've never done one before be very careful about keeping the heat moving or you will scorch the paint. A good shaft puller is a must too.

[The Saint]

Only do it if you have a good shaft puller. They are designed to pull the shaft off "Professionally"

Hey Chief,

I have a driver head w/ a graphite shaft in it I'd like to pull. Would that heat gun do the trick? I've sold the head (so it needs to come out unharmed) ... I've never tried before, and I'm a little hesitant to start w/ something that's already been sold.

please advise !

[Nat Williams]

If the shaft dies it's not the end of the world ... main priority is keeping the head in tact

[jvincent]

If you don't care about the shaft at all just cut it off at the hosel and drill out the shaft from the hosel. No danger of scorching at all.

[Nat Williams]

OK, new question .. w/o a shaft puller, would it be irresponsible to remove the shaft using heat (@ 250f as recommended) and then resell the shaft? I don't want to unintentionally damage it, then sell it and have it break.

[downhillslider]

Only do it if you have a good shaft puller. They are designed to pull the shaft off "Professionally"

Good one Chris !

[downhillslider]

OK, new question .. w/o a shaft puller, would it be irresponsible to remove the shaft using heat (@ 250f as recommended) and then resell the shaft? I don't want to unintentionally damage it, then sell it and have it break.

It can be done professionally, with a specially designed pry bar can be used, either way, the head has to be pushed off the shaft horizontally or you will destroy the fibers with any amount of a twisting motion.

[Chieflongtee]

OK, new question .. w/o a shaft puller, would it be irresponsible to remove the shaft using heat (@ 250f as recommended) and then resell the shaft? I don't want to unintentionally damage it, then sell it and have it break.

If you don't have a shaft puller how will you remove it? It can't be twisted off like a steel shaft. It has to be clamped very solidly and has to be 'pried' off .

[Felix]

Pm sent to the slider

[Nat Williams]

thanks for the info everyone /// I now know NOT to do this one myself