Any way to change a string w/o a bow press?
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Spike
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Any way to change a string w/o a bow press?
Does anyone know if it's possible to change a bowstring on a Horton crossbow (brand doesn't matter) with wheels with the bowstring's anchor loop on the inside of the wheel - w/o having to purchase a BowMaster Bow Press?
Thanks
Thanks
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Spike
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I can't believe NO ONE have ever had any experience in running into this issue with THEIR crossbow(s) and has nothing to contribute about this! WTH?
Good thing I just went out and ordered a BowMaster Portable Bow Press is all I can say!
Good thing I just went out and ordered a BowMaster Portable Bow Press is all I can say!
#3
Nontypical Buck
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On some of the newer Mission Xbows strings can be changed by backing the limb bolts way out. On some of the recurve types, a "stringer" can be used. On your Horton, I'd think you would need a press.
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Spike
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#5
Fork Horn
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Don't know about compound Xbows but you could change string on old compounds by drawing the bow while someone puts a nail trough the cams near the limb. This was done on the side of the limb that would not let the limbs go back. Just make sure cables stay in place.
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Spike
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WOW Redmag! How THERE'S one Hell of an idea! I will give that a try and report back! Thanks!
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Spike
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PS Just got a nice brand new full size BowMaster Bow Press on eBay for $43. Can be used on a any compound bow and I found it worked just as well with my crossbow! Was able to change my string out in minutes w/o an risk of blowing the cables off the wheels/tracks, etc. Can also change out any of my cables if I ever need to as well!
Def recommend it!
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Def recommend it!
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Spike
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Thanks Awshucks! Wish I had known this before I purchased the bow press! LOL. Oh well, at least we'll have one between the 3 of us that bowhunt!