Fluke 170-series Kickstand Repair

The problem: this plastic &quot;cup&quot; joint crumbles around the edge, allowing the kickstand to pop out.

These &quot;dimples&quot; are supposed to fit tightly in the &quot;cups&quot;.

Cut two lengths of 3/32&quot; music wire (or steel pin) about 1/2&quot; long.

Select a drill bit that will allow for a snug fit of the pins.

Using the pre-existing holes as a guide, drill through the cups, deep enough that the pins will go all the way in.

Mark the a center point on the dimples with something sharp.

Drill a hole into the center of the dimple on each side.

Make sure the pins are fully pushed in and put the kickstand in place.

Now push the pins into the holes you made in the dimples.

Lock the pins down with some CA or epoxy glue.

The kickstand still fits well and the repair is not even obvious.

Put your meter back in service without it falling over!