So last week I was thrilled to find a SA Black Beauty at a local flea market. $5 out the door! It was dirty and the TTO didn't function properly, so I went through the basic cleanup and gave it a mineral oil soak. The TTO function was stiff, and one silo doors wouldn't open all the way. I assumed I hadn't cleaned it well, but upon closer inspection, I noticed the damage to the side "hinge" of the head that I didn't see in my initial excitement of the purchase. It is preventing the silo door from opening (metal on metal keeping it from opening).
I assume it was dropped or crushed somehow. I think I could "delicately" bend the pieces back together to try and realign the side piece (what is the proper name for this part?).
The adjustment works perfectly, but there is a significant blade gap between sides, which I assume is associated with the damage. If it isn't fixed when I do initial repairs, I'll try other fixes.
I thought I'd ask for the wisdom of the forum before I went about trying to fix this myself. So what do you all think is the best way to fix this? I have an old black handle SS i can use for parts if I need to replace the side door, but I know nothing about disassemble. I'm also willing to send it to be repaired, but I need references! Thanks everyone!
IMG_0793.jpgIMG_0794.jpgIMG_0791.jpg
IMG_0792.jpg
I assume it was dropped or crushed somehow. I think I could "delicately" bend the pieces back together to try and realign the side piece (what is the proper name for this part?).
The adjustment works perfectly, but there is a significant blade gap between sides, which I assume is associated with the damage. If it isn't fixed when I do initial repairs, I'll try other fixes.
I thought I'd ask for the wisdom of the forum before I went about trying to fix this myself. So what do you all think is the best way to fix this? I have an old black handle SS i can use for parts if I need to replace the side door, but I know nothing about disassemble. I'm also willing to send it to be repaired, but I need references! Thanks everyone!
IMG_0793.jpgIMG_0794.jpgIMG_0791.jpg
IMG_0792.jpg
شارك عبر الماسنجر
