Mills Slot Handle Shock Absorber Question

[WoodrailFanatic]

Gentlemen,

I am working on a Mills slot (half top) that has the rubber bumper/shock absorber for the handle beat to hell on it.

I found a repro for the part on eBay. While I am waiting for it to arrive my question is how difficult is to get the old one out? Any suggestions on approaches or techniques to do this would be most appreciated. I realize it may easily push out of the bracket that holds it but I am guessing after setting in there for heavens knows how many years it will not go gently into the night.

Thanks!

[mazzeosa17]

You can pull it out with a screwdriver or drill it out - will take a little bit of time and probably be a messy job, but you'll be able to do it. They do harden up over time, so it will take some effort.
Sal

[WoodrailFanatic]

Sal,

Thanks very much for the reply and the advice.

Once I get the repro shock absorber I will prepare for a full assault on the old one!