Loose tools in new Leatherman

[geohans]

I just got a new Surge. The can opener and bit are loose enough to fall out to about a 20 degree angle.

Is this as simple as tightening the hex screw that is the axis for the two tools at the end of the handle? Or is there something else going on?

Thanks.

ETA Looks like I need a security torx size T-10. . . . but the question remains whether simply tightening that screw will put the proper tension on the tools to keep them from flopping about. . . ..

 

[Sikmike]

I just got a new Surge. The can opener and bit are loose enough to fall out to about a 20 degree angle.

Is this as simple as tightening the hex screw that is the axis for the two tools at the end of the handle? Or is there something else going on?

Thanks.

ETA Looks like I need a security torx size T-10. . . . but the question remains whether simply tightening that screw will put the proper tension on the tools to keep them from flopping about. . . ..

I had the same problem with my new surge only it was the other side that was loose with the flat heads etc. To answer your question, Yes, the security torx will fix the tension perfectly.
Just make sure you buy two torx drivers, because when turning one screw it will turn the opposite side's screw as well so you need to apply opposite pressure to tighten the tool. Good luck

 

[Coyote3855]

And if all else fails, Leatherman has excellent guarantee and customer service.

 

[geohans]

Thanks guys--

I went to Ace and got TWO bits. It worked. Still one question:

The amount of turning/adustment of the pivot/axis pin/screw was tiny, only a couple degrees it seemed, in order to go from too loose to too tight.

I'm wondering what keeps those threads stationary when being used over time? Seems like you would need to be adjusting the tightness quite frequently . Or?

 

[znapschatz]

Thanks guys--

I'm wondering what keeps those threads stationary when being used over time? Seems like you would need to be adjusting the tightness quite frequently . Or?

Just a drop of blue 242 or 243 Locktite should keep everything in place.

 

[Sikmike]

Thanks guys--

I went to Ace and got TWO bits. It worked. Still one question:

The amount of turning/adustment of the pivot/axis pin/screw was tiny, only a couple degrees it seemed, in order to go from too loose to too tight.

I'm wondering what keeps those threads stationary when being used over time? Seems like you would need to be adjusting the tightness quite frequently . Or?

In my opinion, could be wrong, mine was just not initially that tight from factory but appeared to be at first from the factory grease/grit but after plenty of oil and exercising the joints it showed it's true amount of tension. I believe it should not move on it's own from now considering you needed the two screws to move in opposite directions to change the tension which isn't going to just happen naturally (in my experience). You should be good.