Old 04-18-20 | 08:51 AM
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Originally Posted by dedhed
I typically use a Greenfield with the offset upper plate to clear FD cables.
I always cut up an inner tube or rubber gasket material and glue it to both pieces where it contacts the frame. This allows you to not have to crank it down to "stay crushing" levels and remain in place.
I've also been known to saw a groove in the plate as required for FD cables to operate smoothly.

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