pre-amp tube socket help!!?

[Jose]

Just wondering how these pre-amp sockets attach together (they're from Smallbear - part 0708), the ceramic part fits into chassis mount but what the heck secures it? Any help would be appreciated 

[Johan]

Just wondering how these pre-amp sockets attach together (they're from Smallbear - part 0708), the ceramic part fits into chassis mount but what the heck secures it? Any help would be appreciated 

the bottom part of the metal tube comes loose with a twist. the flange part needs to be riveted ( small screws work too)over the ceramic part to hold it in place.
it'll be clear to you when you hold the parts in your hand..
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[Jose]

Okay, Got it.. Gonna have to drill chassis to make these fit. Thanks

[GibsonGM]

Sometimes you have to drill the chassis; it isn't hard, esp. if you invest in a $10 hole saw of the right diameter!  A very little larger is ok, too.   Helpful to trace the socket and bring the tracing to the hardware store (or measure the diameter before you get the hole saw)....

[Paul Marossy]

I don't like that type of ceramic tube socket very much. I prefer this type: