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Main Boards => The Bowyer's Bench => Topic started by: tarponnut on September 23, 2014, 10:51:00 PM
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I'm interested in building a riser for some limbs that I have. The limbs are off of a cheap PSE magnesium handled bow, the thing weighs a ton.
How difficult would it be to build a T/D riser for the limbs?
Is there a book or build along you can recommend?
Thanks,
Jim
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Any ideas?
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It can be done, many different ways, the limb pad angles will be the most critical areas, the riser length should be the same. I haven't been here for a while so I would hope some of the more current bow building vets chime in.
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Also, what is the configuration of the takedown system? 1 pin 1 bolt?
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I will check the limb connections later. I believe it has one bolt and the riser is sort of recessed(like a pocket) for the limb.
Thanks guys.
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You could always just add an alignment pin. might be easier than trying to replicate that pocket alignment system.
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That shouldn't be too big of a problem. The trickiest part will be getting the bolt and alignment pins spaced and aligned properly. You can measure the riser length and the limb pad angles (+/- a degree or two won't kill you) and glue a riser up. Go for it!
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I'm going to give it a shot. What do you guys recommend for riser wood?
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Is there a book or tutorial anyone can recommend?
I have some basic woodworking skills but not bow making skills.Thanks.
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James, I am looking at the PSE risers on the internet and they look to be an "IFL" design, Is this true for your limbs?
If yes, do a google search of "IFL wood riser build along" I found a few good things on making it work. If ya need any help tracking down any of the links or supplies let me know and I will help ya where I can...
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It's a bowfishing rig called the Kingfisher. It actually shoots really well as is but it's super heavy.
Not an ILF system. Thanks, Jim
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Do some experimenting before you spend a lot of money on riser wood. Buy an 8' 2X4 and build 4 risers. Use lag bolts to secure the limbs till you get everything aligned. Get what you want and then use your good riser wood and make a copy.