fuzzymaster
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Anyone replaced the switch on a cen tec pin pointer? I have cleaned the switch and it works, but would like to find a sealed switch. Thanks
Switch for Cen Tec
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ffgrizzley
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I just did mine about a month ago and now I have a carrot so it's my back up.
Radio Shack Parts:
On-Off switch 275-1565 $2.08
Vibration motor 275-0107 $3.99
I also found a bag of 2 knobs that fit over that tiny sensitivity knob on the end and hold on with a set screw, just cant find the part number on that. I popped the speaker off the back cover and stuck it up the tube from the inside a little ways. Cut down on the noise. Took a rubber chair/table leg end that was 1/2 inch and put it on the end of the wand to cut down on wear. Hope this helps.
Do a search on Youtube and you'll find a bunch of help and numbers too. There's also a sticky at the top that deals with the HF Centech pin pointer.
Radio Shack Parts:
On-Off switch 275-1565 $2.08
Vibration motor 275-0107 $3.99
I also found a bag of 2 knobs that fit over that tiny sensitivity knob on the end and hold on with a set screw, just cant find the part number on that. I popped the speaker off the back cover and stuck it up the tube from the inside a little ways. Cut down on the noise. Took a rubber chair/table leg end that was 1/2 inch and put it on the end of the wand to cut down on wear. Hope this helps.
Do a search on Youtube and you'll find a bunch of help and numbers too. There's also a sticky at the top that deals with the HF Centech pin pointer.
NCDFX
Senior Member
I removed the led light on mine and put in a toggle switch to go from sound to vibration. Work's like a champ.
TabZilla
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I put a rocker switch in mine.
You can find one at your local Ace hardware.
Some stock sealed toggles as well.
You can find one at your local Ace hardware.
Some stock sealed toggles as well.
Silversmith45
Elite Member
I replaced the switch on mine. It didn't need replacing but everyone said they had trouble with them. I was bored.
SoKyHunter
Full Member
The switch replacement is a must with these units. Mine stopped working the first hunt. Since then, I've removed the speaker, added a motor and ran a bead of silicone around the seams to keep debris out.
One other mod I'd highly suggest is adding a thermistor to the board. In extreme climates, the unit will false constantly. I tend to leave my gear in my trunk, and it will not function at all after being left in the heat, even on a mild day. I'll have to look up the part number, but I remember the component being under a dollar. Other than that, I've abused mine for the past few years, and it's held up.
One other mod I'd highly suggest is adding a thermistor to the board. In extreme climates, the unit will false constantly. I tend to leave my gear in my trunk, and it will not function at all after being left in the heat, even on a mild day. I'll have to look up the part number, but I remember the component being under a dollar. Other than that, I've abused mine for the past few years, and it's held up.
GLASSHOPPER1955
Elite Member
Yes the thermistor is a must. Either that or keep it in your drink cooler before you use it.
