Sears SS15 Clutch Spring Fix

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Jim from Kentucky
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My spring broke & of coarse no longer available. I found this easy fix on YouTube.
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Here are the materials I purchased at TSC.
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Once I removed the dash bolts I had to pry the side out so I could install the eyebolt. Be careful not to break. Once I did this I cut the end of the threaded part off that was past the nut to keep the length at a minimum. This causes the side of the dash to be out about a 1/4". When mounting the bolt back I slid three washers between the dash side & the frame. This will prevent over tightening & breaking the plastic.
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All done works well. I also installed a new drive belt while I was at it.
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I like the eye bolt idea for connecting. Got to remember that one for all those generic springs that don't want to hook on nicely to a vintage machine.
 
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