Unique Semi-Rimless Frame Assembly Help

**Havok** · 03-13-2013, 11:55 AM

I usually replace semi-rimless liners with the traditional 2 hole on either side concept with ease. I have seen some frames that have one hole on either side and now I have to replace one of the liners. It is the typical liner except it has a sort of nub or notch on either side of the liner to hold against the frame's hole. Does anybody know how to replace these? Any help would be appreciated.

**optical24/7** · 03-13-2013, 12:02 PM

Use a lighter to burn the nylon cord's ends to form a ball.

**Havok** · 03-13-2013, 12:05 PM

it will not make the cord black? or melt the cord?

**Plausible** · 03-13-2013, 12:18 PM

Originally Posted by Havok

it will not make the cord black? or melt the cord?

You must try first young grasshopper, then ask questions. Immediately after melting a small ball on the end "sometimes not always" flattening it ever so slightly with a straight blade screw driver may help it stay in place better as well. If after a few attempts the line keeps pulling through, try a thicker line and repeat.

**Pogu** · 03-13-2013, 12:23 PM

Pull the string through the nasal side, give yourself plenty of room so you don't burn the frame. 'Tap' the string with the flame of a lighter to melt it, then tap the glob on the side of the lighter as it cools so that it forms a nice ball. The nasal side is trickier, fit the lens in to get an idea of where you need the string to end and clip. With the string going through the hole, bend the eye-wire into a smaller 'circle' so the string sticks out far enough to repeat the same melting process. Repeat until lens is mounted nice and tight. It's pretty tricky and can be frustrating, I hate these frames.