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Bowtech assassin crack in limb
« on: March 16, 2014, 08:35:53 AM »
Can anyone tell me if it's possible that this limb is still ok to shoot?  The crack is small and goes right through and I could pull that small piece off.   This wasn't dry fired as far as I know, I am the 2nd owner so I do not have the lifetime warranty.  I just noticed the crack and have shot it 30 times with no issues since I saw the crack.   Have you seen this before?  I also was curious if you knew why they have the slot at the end of the limb instead of having it closed off completely?  Thanks for all your help.


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Re: Bowtech assassin crack in limb
« Reply #1 on: March 16, 2014, 08:39:39 AM »
Buy a Mathews ...never have that problem  :dunno:  Sorry ...that really stinks but it happens ..I do not care what brand you buy ....

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Re: Bowtech assassin crack in limb
« Reply #2 on: March 16, 2014, 08:45:54 AM »
DO NOT SHOOT THAT BOW! IT MAY BLOW UP ON YOU AND CAUSE SEVERE INJURIES! :yike:
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Re: Bowtech assassin crack in limb
« Reply #3 on: March 16, 2014, 09:37:26 AM »
Time for a new bow .I second that don't shoot it.

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Re: Bowtech assassin crack in limb
« Reply #4 on: March 16, 2014, 11:35:22 AM »
You can get new limbs or a new bow, whichever suites ya but I would hold off on the shooting.
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Re: Bowtech assassin crack in limb
« Reply #5 on: March 16, 2014, 01:11:07 PM »
Silly bowtech

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Re: Bowtech assassin crack in limb
« Reply #6 on: March 16, 2014, 02:24:48 PM »
Do you think bowtech would replace them or work with me on them even though I am not the original owner?


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Re: Bowtech assassin crack in limb
« Reply #7 on: March 16, 2014, 04:32:33 PM »
Limbs arnt much compared to a new bow. If you need any help let me know they have been a good company to me with all the dealing ive had.

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Re: Bowtech assassin crack in limb
« Reply #8 on: March 16, 2014, 04:38:52 PM »
Thank you!  I appreciate it.


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Re: Bowtech assassin crack in limb
« Reply #9 on: March 16, 2014, 05:22:43 PM »
Looks like someone tightened the limb down too tightly to me.  Myself I'd get out a pair of tweezers and pull it out of there so it doesn't rattle.  Then go back to shooting.  Not going to do a dang thing to the bow!  Those guys who are screaming have never shot a split limb bow, I guess.  I've never understood why they keep that little tab on the limb in the first place.  Only thing it does is keep the limb is place while they assemble it at the factory.

It's a non-issue as far as function but if it bothers you send it in.  You never know what Bowtech will do.  They might give you a screaming deal on a replacement set of limbs.

I'd be happy to shoot a thousand arrows through it if that would make you feel better...might take me a month :chuckle:
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Re: Bowtech assassin crack in limb
« Reply #10 on: March 16, 2014, 05:31:11 PM »
 :rolleyes:
Buy a Mathews ...never have that problem  :dunno:  Sorry ...that really stinks but it happens ..I do not care what brand you buy ....

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Re: Bowtech assassin crack in limb
« Reply #11 on: March 16, 2014, 05:37:06 PM »
That's why I didn't buy a mathews.  Just messin.  That is just incredible. Was anyone hurt when that happend? 
I see what Radsav is saying it's just in a strange spot past the screw on the other side so it seems strange to me but I'm gonna see what bowtech can do for me and go from there.  Maybe my local dealer can get a better feel for what could happen by seeing it in person also. Thanks for all your help. 


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Re: Bowtech assassin crack in limb
« Reply #12 on: March 16, 2014, 05:37:23 PM »
Never say never. :chuckle:

I've seen a lot of thin limb Mathews that look like that!  But, not a one of those had a little crack behind the limb bolt right along side the intentional relief cut.
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Re: Bowtech assassin crack in limb
« Reply #13 on: March 16, 2014, 05:41:36 PM »
That's why I didn't buy a mathews.  Just messin. 

You couldn't pay me to shoot a thin limb Mathews!  What was their marketing campaign?  Something like, "Thin is In...the trash" :chuckle:

I see what Radsav is saying it's just in a strange spot past the screw on the other side so it seems strange to me

You can see a witness mark in the same spot on the other side where the riser was in contact with the limb there too.  I guess you could crank it down really, really, really hard again.  Do it better than the last guy...this time use an impact hammer! >:( Then both sides should break off and it won't look so scary  :chuckle:
« Last Edit: March 16, 2014, 05:49:37 PM by RadSav »
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Re: Bowtech assassin crack in limb
« Reply #14 on: March 16, 2014, 05:48:25 PM »
When you contact bow tech about this issue. Will you please post how they handle the issue...
I hope the back there product for your sake.
But from what I have heard they don't back it at all.
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