Thanks Steve. I understand the system. As rad mentioned that does nothing for the missing black compression ring at the top of the bar insert.
Also wanted to let Rad know that I tried his tape idea but I used electrical tape instead of teflon to wrap the bar. It is a good temporary fix. I cut the the electrical tap strip in half and started the wrap right below the curve of the bar. Worked well. Thanks for the idea Rad! I would have never thought of it.
Cheers to all,
Vandy