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Earth Banjo Securing Practices

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Recently, I’ve noticed an increasing trend in the use of self-tapers to secure earth banjos. The other  end of the cable has an earth tail from the banjo, secured with a 6mm bolt and nut. Has anyone else observed this practice, and what are your thoughts on its effectiveness or potential implications? I’d be interested in hearing different perspectives or experiences with this setup. 
-Andrew

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  • IMHO, that is not good workmanship. I agree with broadgage that the screws should not protrude so much: one can get shorter ones, and blunter ones.

    My problem with self-tappers is that they are never as secure as a properly tightened nut and bolt.

  • in reply to Chris Pearson

    Hi Chris. This is mainly the feedback I’m getting on this. A properly tightened nut and bolt can indeed provide a more robust and reliable connection. 

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  • in reply to Chris Pearson

    Hi Chris. This is mainly the feedback I’m getting on this. A properly tightened nut and bolt can indeed provide a more robust and reliable connection. 

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