Recent content by Vagabond

Thanks to rhx, Vann and Ed for even more suggestions. Even though previous suggestions were about coil springs they had put me on the right track. The latest posts have made it even simpler because it would have been a little difficult to find something to use, although I have no doubt it...

Thanks Ed. Invaluable advice. I'm sure to have something somewhere along the lines you have suggested. It's a relief to know that the gauge is not too critical. I thought it would have to fit the slots perfectly. Just find something not too thick and I'm away. Thanks again!

Hi Phil, Thanks for the suggestion, but they are not coil springs as are used in the 803, they are more 'Z' shaped pieces of wire. Hi Ed, Thanks. I wondered about making my own, but would presumably need some special spring wire of the exact gauge. Any suggestions?

Hi, My Stanly 805 hand drill, received as a Christmas present (new) in 1957 and used ever since, now has a broken chuck spring and is unusable. I am anxious to continue to use it, but have not been able to find a new set of springs. Can anyone help, please? Vagabond