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Title: Noisy Wing Gull
Post by: Leon.R on September 03, 2008, 10:52:00 AM
I am trying to get my Wing quiet.
Here is what I have done so far.
Cushion the string where it makes contact with the limbs, wool puff on the string changed that to rubber string leech. Changed the brace hight.
All for nothing still noisy and with a lot of shock or vibration?
Any ideas?
Title: Re: Noisy Wing Gull
Post by: No Sights Needed on September 03, 2008, 11:16:00 AM
heavier arrows may help
Title: Re: Noisy Wing Gull
Post by: blueline on September 03, 2008, 12:04:00 PM
ok 60# BOW  what is the brace height set at now? and what arrows are you shooting as in how much do they weigh??? What string are you using ( material, # of strands, how long, how many twists in it)???
Title: Re: Noisy Wing Gull
Post by: Leon.R on September 03, 2008, 12:31:00 PM
the brace hight is just a touch over 8 inches, arrows are 2315's, older string not fast flight.
Arrows are 540grains.
I did not count the strings but I think I put around 18-20 twists in it
Title: Re: Noisy Wing Gull
Post by: Hogtamer on September 03, 2008, 01:41:00 PM
2315's are waaaay to stiff so you may be hearing arrows slap riser.  Maybe 2213 if you are going to shoot aluminum
Title: Re: Noisy Wing Gull
Post by: blueline on September 03, 2008, 02:13:00 PM
Leon, you mentioned u cushioned the string. Did you put material on the limb or just wrap the string? I am not a fan of the string leach but I have seen folks use them with good success. I prefer beaver strips on each end. I have seen both leach and wool ball used at the same time. I also agree that the arrow is too stiff, load the front up or try a weaker shaft. I would opt for more weight in an arrow as well. What is your draw length? how long are your arrows? What material are you using on the shelf & side plate. Feathers or plastic vanes? How tight are the knoc's on the string?  Is this bow 64" long if so maby a little more brace height.