01-05-2008, 11:20 AM
Quote:AuxArcher:21hjkkcj Wrote:That does seem obvious, Gaius. However, I am taking this one step at at time, and wonder if have it strung before tightening the springs to get even tension on each side would help or hinder?
That is one of the many reasons for building this thing.
Just my opinion, but I would imagine it was important to have it strung for that very reason? So you can guage the balance of the tension?
I have a cross bow that looks to be centered when I tighten the lock screw, but as soon as I string it it goes a little wonky, not the same but I can imagine similar issues of tension altering things when you change the parameters a little, or something like that!
I am glad I can admit I don't know everything yet! Thanks for the feedback and comments. Considering it more, stringing it before tensioning the springs seems the way to go.
I'll let you know what happens, of course, and will post as the journey continues for this thing.
I still have to name the weapon, too. I tend to name my bows, so why not the manuballista?
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Legio III Cyrenaica