DIY Maintenance: The Arc-AAA Series

[JollyRoger]

Hey, Peter. I'm in Korea right now, but coming back tomorrow. Nice instructions!

For the macro mode, it might help if you keep the camera at a distance (more than 1 or 1.5 feet away from the object you are photographing), then zoom in to get close-up.

I'll talk to you when I get back.

 

[Darell]

Originally posted by Gransee:

A car that doesn't have to be babied. Simple "point a to point b" type while looking quite nice.

Same as what I shoot for with my lights..

<font size="2" face="Verdana, Arial">If you REALLY want a car that works like your lights, you should drive one that's powered by batteries (and is fully regulated, with a "low beam" option)

 

[Saaby]

I want a HA EV

 

[brightnorm]

Originally posted by Jeff:
Instead of a jewelers screwdriver, which seems unable to get into the bottom of the threads, I'm using a little nifty tool from Sears...

<font size="2" face="Verdana, Arial">I've been using very fine steel wool. It seems to work well but I didn't notice anyone else doing this so I'm a little concerned that I may be harming the threads. Any ideas?

Brightnorm

 

[Wits' End]

Originally posted by Quickbeam:
putting the notches around the base of the head

<font size="2" face="Verdana, Arial">If you delete the rest of this post you might wonder what he was talking about

We only use one notch when we take care of our chickens.

 

[dangee]

jeez months later....... came across this thread today. without a doubt the best and easiest way to clean the threads witout any damage to the aaa arc is to use a brass bristle brush. these can be found at any electronics store, home depot, radio shack, target etc... they are about 6" long with a tightly grouped head of soft bristles. they usually come in a package with a aluminum bristle and nylon bristle and sell for around 4 or 5 bucks. get to work.

 

[outlaw918692000]

A little trick is some automotive bulb grease on the threads and O-ring. You can get it at any auto store in small packs and it's a great conductor, waterproof and it won't hurt if you get it on the contacts.

 

[Neg2LED]

now here is a useful thread for ARC AAA owners - after all, now they are collector's items!

neg

 

[rodmeister]

Michael, my CPF Member Edition ARC AAA crapped out after being intermittant for weeks. Accidentally being washed in my pants pocket for the 10th time might have been the final insult.

I'm lazy, so I tried your 45 degree "roll" method on a Leatherman blade. Worked like magic. My ARC AAA is fixed and is actually brighter than brand new. It must have had a weak ground when brand new. Thanx for your great post and idea!

 

[ledlurker]

BTT, for people haveing problems with their AAA. I managed to ressurect a dead one today. I plan to try the electrical conductive paint trick