Enhanced Features
The new BAZOOKA* incorporates the latest advances in taper
technology and ergonomic design to improve the speed, quality and
efficiency of the professional drywall finisher.
EASY GRIP CONTROL TUBE.
The new BAZOOKA control tube has
been lengthened 2 ½” making tall tape cuts easier than ever. The
control tube is more comfortable to hold and handle because the glide
wheels are now recessed into flanges at each end of the tube. The
flanges act as stops for your hands, requiring much less grip-force to
operate the cutter, which means less fatigue for you. The control tube
also has a lanyard attachment point making it easy to cut the tape on
even the highest joints.
QUICK-CHANGE TAPE BAIL.
The new BAZOOKA has a quick-
change tape bail that locks into place, making it easy to change tape
rolls without having to put the taper down. Best of all, there are no loose
parts to misplace or re-install. To change tape rolls, grasp the tape
retainer wire near the end of the spool post and depress it down and out
through the retainer slot. Swing the retainer wire up and out of the way,
change tape rolls, sliding the new roll fully onto the spool post. Swing
the retainer wire back down, and guide it into the retainer slot. It’s that
simple!
NO HASSLE CABLE CHANGES.
The new BAZOOKA has an
improved plunger stop to simplify cable changes. The metal and
exposed screw heads have been replaced with a smooth, rounded,
plastic plunger stop that is easy to remove and re-install. To remove the
plunger stop, lift the locking tab and twist the stop ¼ turn counter-
clockwise. After twisting, pull the stop off the taper and complete the
cable change following the normal procedure (see Cable Replacement).
To re-install, align the guide tabs to the slots and slide the stop into the
taper end, twisting ¼ turn clockwise. Continue twisting until the tab
snaps into place, locking the assembly together. If oriented correctly,
very little force should be required to install the stop. Changing a cable
has never been easier!
ABOUT AMES:
Operating since 1939, we are the industry’s leading
provider of drywall finishing tools and supplies. Today, with over 180
locations across the U.S. and Canada, Ames is the “One Stop Shop” for
the interior finishing contractor. Whether your job is across town or
across the country, Ames can supply, support and service any job. Big
or small. Commercial or residential. And with our industry leading tool
technology, bilingual store teams, expert Field Specialist and
experienced sales professionals, Ames will save you time and money on
every job -- every day!
To learn more about our new BAZOOKA and ways that it can help you
increase productivity, lower your cost and drive business development,
visit your nearest Ames store or contact an Ames representative at
(800)-241-2771.
*Filing, taping, tape advance and cutting are identical to the original Bazooka.
BAZOOKA
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THE
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AMES TAPING TOOL SYSTEMS INC.
3305 Breckinridge Blvd. Suite 122 • Duluth, GA 30096 • 800-241-2771 • FAX 770-243-2658 • amestools.com
