I was originally hoping that having the Style arm ride on the file would work out, since it allows for attachment without modifying the Signal, but it sits too high.
Now I’m thinking that I’d be better off getting rid of the file, grinding off the compartment that housed the big scissor’s springs (where the file now sits), and then attaching just the part of the Style arm that stores the tools directly to the spot in the Signal where the file sits. This will let the arm sit 50% lower and I’m optimistic that the ergonomics will be pretty good.
I’d need to remove the nub on the Signal that the file connects too, which is a permanent change to an expensive tool but I’m willing to do it if the rest of the plan seems sound.
There are three big question before I can remove the nub:
1. Will the Style scissors and small driver both fit in the silver arm?
2. How do I shorten the Style pivot that’s sticking out in the pictures? Can I just hit it with a Dremmel, and if so how do I keep such a small piece from jumping?
3. How can I attach the remaining Style arm (which has a smooth back) to the Signal. My default is to try VHB tape and i might do that here too, but I’d love to hear suggestion for a stronger metal-to-metal connection. Whatever the solution is, it will need to account for the screw head on the back of the pivot (which won’t sit flush). There’s not enough room to bring the nub in to compartment that stores the Style tools.
Any one have any advice? I think this has a lot of potential.