Xterra 70 rod mod?

[Canewrap]

I just got an X-70 and I love the way it works. However, the first thing I had to do was get a shorter lower rod to help shift the balance. However, this unit is still a little nose heavy, even with the stock coil. What I'm wondering is , if anybody has ever tried shortening the middle rod and glueing in a little weight inside the top rod, behind the armrest? I'm asking because I compared the balance between this lightweight detector and my MXT and the MXT, even though its a pound and a half heavier, is still better balanced, with the box under the arm. I want to get a 10.5" DD coil for the X-70, but I know that unless I do something like this mod, it'll actually feel heavier than my MXT.

Also, does anyone know where I can get a locking collar for the mid to lower rod connection? I'm going to buy a spare mid and cut it down and remount the locking collar, to help remove weight, then I will then add back more weight behind the armrest.

Bill

 

[Steve(MS)]

You may try the swingy thingy with it, that would take off some weight off your arm. If you shorten the rod so that the coil is just in front of your feet that will help too. I think the feeling of weight is in the coil itself, kinda makes the unit feel heavier, all the weight is forward since the arm rest has very little. Don't know about a counterweight, let us know what you come up with. Still though, it is lighter than my Explorer if that is any consolation, BTW, I like mine too.

 

[Donut]

Some have mounted weights on the other end to counter balance the coil. You may want to try 6oz.

 

[Canewrap]

I added 6 oz of lead inside the rod, under the armrest and while it helped some, it didn't help as much as I thought it would. It appears that the extra weight works better if its part of the armstrap and on top of your arm.

 

[Donut]

Reverse the coil. ----- Put it on backwards.
This changes the balance point without adding more weight.

Doug;

Coloma,Mi.