G&K MB 200 rack ears

Billy K · #1 12-04-2011, 08:21 AM

Has anyone found rack ears to fit the MB200?I know it is small,lite,fits in pocket. But I have a Gator case that I got the wireless set up and if I could get the GK in there. Thenn I'd have a bullet proof set up.G&K don't seem to have a good assesories line.

StereoPlayer · #2 12-04-2011, 08:30 AM

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Originally Posted by Billy K

Has anyone found rack ears to fit the MB200?I know it is small,lite,fits in pocket. But I have a Gator case that I got the wireless set up and if I could get the GK in there. Thenn I'd have a bullet proof set up.G&K don't seem to have a good assesories line.

I was going to make my own ears...but I'm having a hard time finding just the screws for the side of the MB200?!

Email from GK reads as follows:

"Hi Don,
Thank you for using GK. Noted below is the information you requested.

Size in Metric is M3.5
Standard Inch Size is 9/64

Kind regards,
Lany Valdez
GK Parts & Service209-234-7300 ext. 120209-234-8420 fax
lailany@gallien.com
M - F ** 9a - 5p PST"

I'm note sure where I will find that size screw.

::::BASSIST:::: · #3 12-04-2011, 10:09 AM

Finding screws was difficult for me as well. What I did was bring the amp into home depot and tried various sizes until I found some that fit.

StereoPlayer · #4 12-04-2011, 10:21 AM

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Originally Posted by ::::BASSIST::::

Finding screws was difficult for me as well. What I did was bring the amp into home depot and tried various sizes until I found some that fit.

Thx, I went(took the MB200) to the Ace Hardware here...nothin' I will try the HD.

**B-string** · #5 12-04-2011, 10:31 AM

Check for industrial supply stores in your area?

StereoPlayer · #6 12-04-2011, 10:33 AM

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Originally Posted by B-string

You could always do this: GK Store: MB500 - Rack Kit

I just want the screws....I can make the ears. I work in a metal shop. I sure the ears for the MB500 are the wrong size. anyway.

rovito · #7 12-04-2011, 11:02 AM

Rack shelf from MF.

StereoPlayer · #8 12-04-2011, 11:11 AM

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Originally Posted by rovito

Rack shelf from MF.

I get IT

I really wanted to screw 2 MB200's together for a single unit stereo amp. Not for rack mounting.

I...just...want...the ...screws(William Shatner)

rovito · #9 12-04-2011, 11:16 AM

PM RAG and ask what size they are.

StereoPlayer · #10 12-04-2011, 11:22 AM

3.5m
9/64 standard

from gk

::::BASSIST:::: · #11 12-04-2011, 11:26 AM

After about 20 min in HD futzing around I settled on nylon bolts (white in colour). They are not especially strong, but the mb200 is light enough that I dont think it matters.

StereoPlayer · #12 12-04-2011, 11:27 AM

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Originally Posted by ::::BASSIST::::

After about 20 min in HD futzing around I settled on nylon bolts (white in colour). They are not especially strong, but the mb200 is light enough that I dont think it matters.

Thanks again!

Steveaux · #13 12-04-2011, 01:26 PM

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Originally Posted by StereoPlayer

3.5m
9/64 standard

from gk

Those are hex-wrench sizes.

Screws are described by Diameter/Size, Thread Pitch, Length, and Head style.

A 9/64 hex is the standard size for a #8-32 SHCS (Socket Head Cap Screw).

StereoPlayer · #14 12-04-2011, 02:03 PM

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Originally Posted by Steveaux

Those are hex-wrench sizes.

Screws are described by Diameter/Size, Thread Pitch, Length, and Head style.

A 9/64 hex is the standard size for a #8-32 SHCS (Socket Head Cap Screw).

Posted above is a direct quote from GK.
Heck, here it is again for you all to enjoy

Email from GK reads as follows:

"Hi Don,
Thank you for using GK. Noted below is the information you requested.

Size in Metric is M3.5
Standard Inch Size is 9/64

Kind regards,
Lany Valdez
GK Parts & Service209-234-7300 ext. 120209-234-8420 fax
lailany@gallien.com
M - F ** 9a - 5p PST"

Thank you very much.

Steveaux · #15 12-04-2011, 05:43 PM

I never doubted your post.

If you asked G-K, "what size are the screws in the MB200's feet", the reply you received was inadequate.

9/64 and 3.5mm, while close, are not interchangeable. Neither is a Screw Size.

StereoPlayer · #16 12-04-2011, 05:48 PM

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Originally Posted by Steveaux

I never doubted your post.

If you asked G-K, "what size are the screws in the MB200's feet", the reply you received was inadequate.

9/64 and 3.5mm, while close, are not interchangeable. Neither is a Screw Size.

I asked for the rack ear screw size.

Thanks for your help though.

Steveaux · #17 12-04-2011, 06:25 PM

Sorry. Just swap "rack ears" with feet. Same thing.

I was distractedly thinking about getting a rack shelf and screwing the li'l bugger down.

Billy K · #18 12-15-2011, 03:43 PM

I find that the 3.5 mm is too small for my amp I either got to tap and install my own screws for rack ears or wait til 2012 for G&K to put theirs out. I will sleep on it and decide

darius8 · #19 12-15-2011, 04:13 PM

Use the screws from rubber feet, drill holes in the shelf that match the spacing on the bottom of the MB200, and screw the MB200 to the shelf,
if possible.

Just an idea so don't kill me....hahaha

Steveaux · #20 12-15-2011, 06:23 PM

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Originally Posted by darius8

Use the screws from rubber feet, drill holes in the shelf that match the spacing on the bottom of the MB200, and screw the MB200 to the shelf,
if possible.

Just an idea so don't kill me....hahaha

That's a perfectly sound method.

One caution, however. You must make sure you add washers/spacers to the original screws. The washers/spacers must be at least equal in thickness to the part of the foot spanned by the screw. This will prevent the screws from penetrating too far into the case and damaging the innards.