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23rd Dec 2005, 10:52 pm | #1 |
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Control knob retaining springs.
What's a good replacement for the lost springy metal to fit in keyway to keep the knobs from dropping off?
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24th Dec 2005, 5:25 am | #2 | |
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Re: Bakelite knobs.
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If you lived in the USA, or have a way of getting someone to bounce this stuff to you, this company sells replacement springs: The problem is they have a $25 dollar minimum order...and they soak you on shipping (by adding "handling" costs) Antique Electronic Supply Last edited by Darren-UK; 24th Aug 2007 at 11:31 pm. Reason: Two of three links now defunct. |
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24th Dec 2005, 9:55 am | #3 |
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Re: Bakelite knobs.
Piece of scrap clock spring - the alarm spring on a fifties alarm clock or an old travelling clock (usually totally worn out) from same era.
Or even a bit of razor blade - you will have to anneal it and heat treat it afterwards. If you are stuck, I have plenty of old bits of clock spring.
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24th Dec 2005, 6:54 pm | #4 |
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Re: Bakelite knobs.
Many thanks
The springs from old clocks seems like good idea. Regards. Mellow. |