contrail Posted October 9, 2007 Share Posted October 9, 2007 I bought a PACT MKIV timer/chrono about two years ago (before they upgraded it to the XP), but I didn't buy the bracket to mount the skyscreens. When I called PACT, they said they don't make that model now. I can't find one elsewhere on the web. I'm looking for suggestions like where to find one or how to build one (I don't have the skills or equipment to weld). Thanks in advance, Landon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wide45 Posted October 9, 2007 Share Posted October 9, 2007 If you still have the instruction booklet, it has info on mounting the skyscreens. It's really a piece of cake. You could screw them to a length of 2x4 with perfect results. The more care you take to get them spaced the exact dimension apart, the more accurate the chrono will be. One of the cool things you can do with the PACT is make a custom set up with more distance between the screens, for greater accuracy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RePete Posted October 9, 2007 Share Posted October 9, 2007 As you say, it appears that PACT isn't making the Mk5 bracket anymore. Why not make one using 1" thin wall square tubing 18" long? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flexmoney Posted October 11, 2007 Share Posted October 11, 2007 Yup, just screw them to a board. Stock distance is 24 inches. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flexmoney Posted October 11, 2007 Share Posted October 11, 2007 BTW...while the actual bracket is nice, it is too long to pack it away in almost anything. I think rigging up something that opens up or telescopes would be a better idea anyway. (hmmmm...I wonder why I haven't done that?) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
contrail Posted October 13, 2007 Author Share Posted October 13, 2007 BTW...while the actual bracket is nice, it is too long to pack it away in almost anything.I think rigging up something that opens up or telescopes would be a better idea anyway. (hmmmm...I wonder why I haven't done that?) Hey! I think that's a great idea! Now, how to do it...? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
38superman Posted October 13, 2007 Share Posted October 13, 2007 I bought a PACT MKIV timer/chrono about two years ago (before they upgraded it to the XP), but I didn't buy the bracket to mount the skyscreens. When I called PACT, they said they don't make that model now. I can't find one elsewhere on the web. I'm looking for suggestions like where to find one or how to build one (I don't have the skills or equipment to weld).Thanks in advance, Landon I think I may have one stuffed in a closet somewhere. PM me and I'll see if we can work something out. Tony Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nik Habicht Posted October 13, 2007 Share Posted October 13, 2007 BTW...while the actual bracket is nice, it is too long to pack it away in almost anything.I think rigging up something that opens up or telescopes would be a better idea anyway. (hmmmm...I wonder why I haven't done that?) Mine packs nicely, along with skyscreens and instructions in a Domke tripod or lightstand bag...... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flexmoney Posted October 13, 2007 Share Posted October 13, 2007 ...instructions...Domke tripod ... lightstand bag...... Nik, I don't know what any of those 3 things are. (What...me google???) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flexmoney Posted October 13, 2007 Share Posted October 13, 2007 BTW...while the actual bracket is nice, it is too long to pack it away in almost anything.I think rigging up something that opens up or telescopes would be a better idea anyway. (hmmmm...I wonder why I haven't done that?) Hey! I think that's a great idea! Now, how to do it...? Hmmm...a quick and dirty method, off the top of my head... - mount the sensors on a 1x4 (or whatever) - then cut the board into two pieces - making sure to measure an accurate 24in... - use an old door hinge (the kind that you can pull the pin out) to connect the two halves back together Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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