Converting Wico 8 way to 4 way.

[Stingray]

I've been trying with no success to find a blue ball top four way stick to match the two 8 ways that I already have:

http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php/topic,28732.0.html

If I can come up with another blue wico 8 way is it just a matter of swapping the round actuator for a square one or is there more to it.

If anyone knows of a place where I can buy a blue ball top four way I'd appreciate the heads up.

-S

[Oddfeld]

Ultimarc sell blue balltop shafts to replace the ones on their T-Stiks (which are switchable to 4-way). Who knows though, maybe these shafts could fit something else too?

Their J-Stiks will also be available in other colours in a couple of months (red only atm).

These are all microswitch joysticks though...

[SaiNRuB]

You defintiely need the body of the actual wico 4 way, it has a diamond insertion point on the top where it meets the shaft. Start with a good wico 4 way leaf and adapt that to use a replacement shaft.

[Stingray]

You defintiely need the body of the actual wico 4 way

 I was afraid of that. Well I guess I'll continue my search for a real four way.

-S

[NoOne=NBA=]

I've never seen a blue 4-way, nor have I seen a MICRO 4-way.

Your best bet is to get a blue leafswitch 8-way, and a red leafswitch 4-way, and then swap the sticks.
the only difference between the leafswitch sticks is the shape of the hole on the bodies.
The 8-way micros are the ones that use the square actuator.

It may be possible to swap the sticks between the micro and leaf sticks, but you'd have to ask someone that has both to be sure......PAIGE??

[Stingray]

Your best bet is to get a blue leafswitch 8-way, and a red leafswitch 4-way, and then swap the sticks.

Why didn't I think of that? Off to revise my WTB thread.

-S

[Stingray]

Just bought a red Wico 4 way. Now I need that elusive blue ball top handle.

Yes, I am aware of Slikstik's handles. They are very cool, but I'd prefer plastic to match my other two sticks.

-S

[FractalWalk]

Stingray:

At one time, I had a blue WICO handle, but I'm not sure if I kept it.  I'll check when I get home tonight. If its still there, you can have it.

[Stingray]

That would be fantastic of you. I'd be happy to trade it for the red handle that's coming with the one I just bought on ebay if you want it.

-S

[FractalWalk]

Stingray:

I still have it. I'm almost positive it came from a WICO 8-way. PM me your address and I'll send it to you.

[Kremmit]

The 4 way and 8-way handles swap, no problem, they're identical.  I think you could put a microswitch bottom half onto a onto a 4-way upper half, but have never actually tried that. 

Ebay seller Nicade usually has some 4-way base assemblies for sale.  You'd need an 8-way to cannibalize for parts, as they're just empty plastic shells.

[spidermonkey]

I've never seen a blue 4-way, nor have I seen a MICRO 4-way.

Your best bet is to get a blue leafswitch 8-way, and a red leafswitch 4-way, and then swap the sticks.
the only difference between the leafswitch sticks is the shape of the hole on the bodies.
The 8-way micros are the ones that use the square actuator.

It may be possible to swap the sticks between the micro and leaf sticks, but you'd have to ask someone that has both to be sure......PAIGE??