Should i Mount my bindings?

Rolaaa

Rolaaa

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Hey guys whats up? I Have a trouble u might guys help me with. Im going skiing in 2 weeks and i got my skis with its bindings (not mounted). Here is the thing. I have no previous experience mounting bindings and here in Buenos Aires, Argentina there are no ski shops. I can get my dad to help me with them he really knows how to handle tools and such things. There are plenty of videos on yt and we could just follow those steps. I might be able to mount them once i go to the trip but i would lose some days of ski due to the ppl mounting them and i trust more my dad than these dudes. Should i just go for it with a tutorial? Or i will just fck up my setup.

**This thread was edited on Jul 4th 2018 at 3:00:07pm
 
Where are you going skiing? If you go to Bariloche or San Martin, Las Lenas there are plenty of reputable shops that I would trust with my skis. I'm sure you could drop them off when you arrive and they would be ready to go the next day.
 
Most people here will suggest not mounting your own, especially if you've never done it before. Really, it's not too difficult though and anyone with proper tools and the skill to use them can do it.

The most difficult thing would be positioning the bindings properly without a template. What type of bindings are they? You might be able to find a print off template to use. Once you have the proper hole pattern marked out then you're laughing.

Second most difficult thing is drilling the holes (it's really not rocket science). Make sure you have the right sized drill bit, make sure you're going in straight, and make sure you drill the proper distance.

Then you have to know how to use a screw driver. If you've never done it before then getting proper torque without a torque driver might be a bit of a guess though, and this would be important not to mess us. Also make sure to put a dab of wood glue or something to stop moisture getting in and you're set.

If you watch a bunch of youtube videos I'm sure you'll be pretty well off. Also if you fuck up, fill the holes and move forward/back at least a cm and try again. 2 or 3 mounts are no issue, just don't turn your skis into swiss cheese.
 
13930825:3mania said:
Where are you going skiing? If you go to Bariloche or San Martin, Las Lenas there are plenty of reputable shops that I would trust with my skis. I'm sure you could drop them off when you arrive and they would be ready to go the next day.
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Yup im going to San Martin, yeah i guess i could do that but i really dont know how long they would take. I go to San Martin every year but i dont know any trustworthy shop. Guess ima just ask the locals.
 
13930828:VinnieF said:
Most people here will suggest not mounting your own, especially if you've never done it before. Really, it's not too difficult though and anyone with proper tools and the skill to use them can do it.

The most difficult thing would be positioning the bindings properly without a template. What type of bindings are they? You might be able to find a print off template to use. Once you have the proper hole pattern marked out then you're laughing.

Second most difficult thing is drilling the holes (it's really not rocket science). Make sure you have the right sized drill bit, make sure you're going in straight, and make sure you drill the proper distance.

Then you have to know how to use a screw driver. If you've never done it before then getting proper torque without a torque driver might be a bit of a guess though, and this would be important not to mess us. Also make sure to put a dab of wood glue or something to stop moisture getting in and you're set.

If you watch a bunch of youtube videos I'm sure you'll be pretty well off. Also if you fuck up, fill the holes and move forward/back at least a cm and try again. 2 or 3 mounts are no issue, just don't turn your skis into swiss cheese.
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IM pretty comfident my dad can handle all of those tools but nevertheless i think ima just let an experienced guy do it. Really not wanting my new skis to end up like cheese.
 
13930830:Mekhed_ said:
IM pretty comfident my dad can handle all of those tools but nevertheless i think ima just let an experienced guy do it. Really not wanting my new skis to end up like cheese.
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Probably the best option. Would suck to mess up a new pair of skis.
 
Unless you have a jig and the proper bit don’t do it your self. It doesn’t take long be cool and go to a shop and ask if they can do it really quick.
 
First of all this should be in gear talk. Second of all I wouldn’t chance it unless you have a jig as mentioned. Worth finding a good shop.
 
13930842:evan.schu said:
First of all this should be in gear talk. Second of all I wouldn’t chance it unless you have a jig as mentioned. Worth finding a good shop.
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Sorry bro im new at ns. Ty for the advice guy!
 
I mount my own skis without a jig every time and have never had a problem. Just take your time. Measure twice and drill once. easy peasy lemon squeezy
 
To the users above who mentioned that you shouldn’t do it without a jig: I somewhat disagree with you. Yes it is more difficult but if you use a paper template it’s probably gonna do the job good enough. I see where you’re coming from tho. So OP yeah, you could easily do it yourself, just be extremely careful when your using a paper template and be very cautious you don’t drill too deep. Get the drill bit and a binding screw, and however long the screw is, put a piece of tape around the drill bit so it’s almost like a marker of where you should stop at. If your real careful with the whole process you’ll be good. And use wood glue so water doesn’t get in, otherwise the hole will rot out and the screw won’t have anything to hold onto later on. Good luck.

If you want to tho just have a shop do it. That’s always the best option.
 
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