Cutting shank shorter

[zolakk]

I have a shank that it a few inches too long for my setup and I was thinking that I could just cut it shorter instead of buying a whole new one at the shorter size and searching appears to not bring up anything. Are there any issues to be aware of or can I just cut it with a saw with a metal cutting blade?

 

[grathan]

What's the worst that could happen?

 

[amandabab]

you need a cut thats 90 degrees to the threads and a good sealing area. a nut threaded on the shank before the cut to clean up the treads is a good idea.

I'd try to do it on a abrasive disk miter/chop saw (new blade with no contamination).

A new SS shank might be cheaper than a new blade.

 

[Jaybird]

If this is a solid stainless shank your going to have a hard time cutting it without a lathe. If this is a chromed shank you can cut them with ease... But you will need to make sure its cut square or at least close so the gasket will seal it up..... I have cut several without issue. Make sure you put the nut on it before you get to work on it.

Cheers
Jay

 

[BigFloyd]

Why not use some sort of spacer(s) on the back side of it to take up the extra length?

 

[zolakk]

Yah, it's a stainless shank so instead of risking the shank I was able to finagle my tower design to get it to barely fit. Still good advice though, thanks!