Brass door knobs as footers


I was just wondering what you guys think of the possibility of using brass door knobs as footers. My father in law was kind enough to construct a 2" thick oak platform for me, and decided to use the knobs rather than the footers from mapleshaderecords--they look really good. I'm sure the mass is not quite the same, but factoring in the price difference(20$ vs. 100+$) what do you think of the idea?
jmoog08

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Did any of you using this tweak have a problem with the fitting pulling out of the base of the TT? I was very excited when I read some of the posts on this, but tonight I pulled the fitting out of the TT. The two rear fittings that the studs screw into are loose and seem to pull out before the cone can get flush. Any thoughts? Should I get some shorter studs?
Yes, Mine are definitely longer. I'll probably go get some shorter stud threads. Makes me kind of irritated though that the fittings come out so easily.

And yes, I have a KAB 1210 M5G. Fluid Damper, Strobe Disable, Cardas Tonearm Upgrade and RCA connectors. I've just ordered the Ortofon Pro S40 from Kevin as well and hope that changes some things.