Delberthot Posted May 21, 2018 Share Posted May 21, 2018 (edited) Some of my straplocks have become a bit difficult to operate - is there something I can apply to the mechanism to get it moving more freely to make it easier to remove the strap from the bass? I've seen something mentioned on the forum before but I can't seem to find it Although I suppose this should probably be in repairs and technical maybe (?) Edited May 21, 2018 by Delberthot Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oopsdabassist Posted May 21, 2018 Share Posted May 21, 2018 Graphite powder? https://www.amazon.co.uk/Advanced-KASP-SECURITY-MICROFINE-GRAPHITE/dp/B00J6YMWL6/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1526880947&sr=8-4&keywords=graphite+powder Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
T-Bay Posted May 21, 2018 Share Posted May 21, 2018 Or a very small amount of white lithium grease, works on mine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gary mac Posted May 21, 2018 Share Posted May 21, 2018 If it's got to the point where they need maintenance, I recommend a very close examination of them. I had a Schaller strap lock fail on me mid gig. Close inspection revealed some wear to the pin, only very slight but it was enough with the downward pressure of the bass, to cause it to release. I know that they are well regarded and generally very reliable but like most things, they will eventually wear and need maintenance or replacement. These days I don't use them and instead rely on the little Grolsh type rubber washers. Cost effective, reliable, long lasting and any wear is easily spotted. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thylacine23 Posted May 23, 2018 Share Posted May 23, 2018 Just received this email from, a know UK company. Worth a look Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Delberthot Posted May 23, 2018 Author Share Posted May 23, 2018 I'm beginning to think that I've had my money's worth out of them so it might be time to change. Those new ones do look good. I remember a thread some time ago about the Loxx ones but no one has mentioned them since. Those new Schaller ones may be worth a try 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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