Andrew,

I see your point .... But it HURTS getting smacked with that boom swinging back and forth !!! I've lost too many brain cells already and can not afford to lose any more through "blunt force trauma"

I use a slightly longer quick-pin so it sticks through a good inch or so, Ok? I tie, using a small dia string, the quick-pin to the boom. If it does come apart I still have the pin to re-insert, Ok?

Good Luck
HarryMurphey
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