technic connectors

[SNIPE]

Hi,

How can I connect a spring to this 15L lift arm , the way shown in the image is what I want but it isn't attached so I probably need to find connector(s) that can do this, I want to keep it simple and not over-sized so that I can add more features to the model later.

Note that the cross holes in the blue connector wont work because the spring is too bulky where the hole is , the spring is pivoting too alightly which is why there's a 1L bap between the axle and the 15L lift-arm.

The spring isn't in LDD unfortunately but needs to be strong as when it compresses and pivots it can push the connector holding it off the lift arm.

the clear part is being attached but i could just flip it upside down if I wanted however the same connection must then apply for the other side anyway.

Here is the spring

Thanks.

Edited April 7, 2013 by SNIPE

[Pat-Ard]

why not this way

Pat

[SNIPE]

That gets in the way of the spring.

the spring is vertical on the axle so its right next to the liftarm.

Edited April 7, 2013 by SNIPE

[AndyC]

Can't you just use an axle with a couple of bushes on it?

[SNIPE]

No because the mount for the spring is 90 degrees to the hole and needs to be for the spring to pivot that way.

[Carsten Svendsen]

I don't quite understand what it is you want. Don't you have a physical model of the current state so we can see the exact problems?

[Alasdair Ryan]

What about changing the 3 long connecter for a number 1 connecter with pin and axle holes or one with double axle holes?

Edited April 7, 2013 by Alasdair Ryan

[efferman]

is this an option?

100_0441 von efferman auf Flickr

[Balrog]

How about this?

Or does it need to be fixed horizontally?

Edited April 7, 2013 by Balrog

[SNIPE]

Whats the part number?

[allanp]

Would this help?

[SNIPE]

Thanks guys,

I used Efferman's idea as it is sturdiest and dosn't bend much with the force of the spring and has the right L shape on the lift arm so the bug spring dosn't get obstructed.

Edited April 7, 2013 by SNIPE