help me help myself. putting some pedal/clips/straps together.

MKS CUSTOM NUEVO Pedals
+
Toshi Double toe staps (& clips)
=
A Goddamn Headache.

needlenose pliers, ky jelly, & one bottle Jamesons are not gettihng it done. any suggestions that end in success will warrent a free beer at one of dirty cookies many high brow social events.