Mills Operating lever assembly

[sam2002]

Trying to find that part for a Mills mech . Part that held the spring broke . Right before it broke I had noticed the pull handle was feeling a bit odd . Is there something that would have caused this kicker failure ? Or is it just a part that is going to wear after time ?
Thanks for any help
Sam

[TheFatman]

Lots of springs attached to a part on a machine ... a picture of the part will help you find the part. I do know all parts for the mech can be found.
Dave

[sam2002]

Dave
I believe they call this the kicker assembly . I will try to remove it tomorrow for a pic .
Thanks for the help

[TheFatman]

Ok ... when I see it, I can suggest a few people who have parts.
Dave

[sam2002]

Dave
Got some pictures for the part in question . I don't know how well it shows in the pics , but the finger that held the other end of the spring sheared off .
The smaller part that pivots feels really sloppy . Not sure how much side to side play there should be , but in my opinion it feels sloppy .

[RickHector]

These Mills reel kickers have always been a problem. I currently have 6 of them on my workbench for repair. Some are worn and need to be built up with weld, some have loose rivets and others need new shoulder rivets made.

In your case, where the hook has been broken off, I usually build that area up with weld and then machine out a new hook. If you have someone that can weld it for you or do it yourself, you can then use files to make a new hook.

[sam2002]

Rick
Unfortunately I am not very handy with welding tools and other than take it to a shop , I figured I'd try to source a part . I definatley will hold onto this old one if I locate a replacement .
Thanks and take care

[TheFatman]

See if Tom has one. This is his web address ... http://krahlklassicantiques.com/
Dave

[sam2002]

Dave
Called them this morning .
Done deal one is on it's way .
Thanks
Sam

[TheFatman]

Glad to help.
Dave