Sheave substitute

[Don Case]

I have made this railing and there is supposed to be sheaves at the bottom of each stanchion where the red arrow(second stanchion from the left) is pointing. I lack the skills needed to install them so I'm wondering about an alternative. Is just drilling a hole my best option?

 

[Frank48]

I have made this railing and there is supposed to be sheaves at the bottom of each stanchion where the red arrow(second stanchion from the left) is pointing. I lack the skills needed to install them so I'm wondering about an alternative. Is just drilling a hole my best option?

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[Jimsky]

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Hi Frank, if it is not a secret, why sent the email and not share your techniques with everyone in the post? We are all curious!

Grazie,

 

[Frank48]

Hi Frank, if it is not a secret, why sent the email and not share your techniques with everyone in the post? We are all curious!

Grazie,

Hello Jimsky, it's no secret but there will be a reason for my email

 

[danielsje]

I drill two holes and then carve a shallow groove between the holes. Gives a decent simulation of sheaves installed in the stanchion base. A dab of black paint in the groove enhances the realism but I find it not really necessary…in fact draws the eye unnecessarily to the stanchion base. Let the imagery remain subtle.

 

[Peter Gutterman]

What Jim said.

 

[Don Case]

Thanks Frank. Sorry this is late. I thought I pushed "Post reply" a couple of days ago.

I like that Jim. Thanks

 

[Korsan]

Hi Don
In the attachment i made a simple option how to make the sheaves under the stanchion railing. An alternative instead of drilling holes .