The Ford Barn

NSDWS · 11-08-2016, 01:47 PM

This is a small thing but does any one know how to R&R one of these things.
Photo's attached. My spring is broken and I don't see any way of removing the pin that holds it in.

rotorwrench · 11-08-2016, 01:56 PM

The locking pawl appears to be riveted. Rivets can be sourced though Hanson or other suppliers. http://www.hansonrivet.com/

If your not a stickler for authenticity, you could drill the rivet head & punch it out then replace it with a screw and locking nut after the spring function is repaired. You would need to get a good fit to insure the locking pawl functions as it should.

Dec211975 · 11-08-2016, 07:03 PM

I tried to rivet mine and then it was to tight, I ground the rivet head back off and then used a shoulder bolt and nylon insert lock nut. I am happier with the way it releases now. I got the shoulder bolt from Mcmaster Carr. I don't plan on having it judged.

Regards,

Brian

alanwoodieman · 11-08-2016, 09:19 PM

Doug what spring did you use--as luck would have it, the spring on my 48 F1 broke today!

NSDWS · 11-08-2016, 09:58 PM

I haven't replaced it yet but have seen the springs on several web sites. Not sure if Carpenters had them but will check since their only a few miles away. I will replace with a bolt and lock nut or if I can find the right size pin i'll use that and a small carter key.

rich b · 11-09-2016, 01:43 AM

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I drilled the upset side of the pin, replaced the spring, put the pin back in place and used a small tack weld to secure it.

mrtexas · 11-09-2016, 09:02 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rich b

I drilled the upset side of the pin, replaced the spring, put the pin back in place and used a small tack weld to secure it.

I did the same

11-08-2016, 01:56 PM	#2
rotorwrench Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: San Antonio, Texas Posts: 18,006	Re: paw spring The locking pawl appears to be riveted. Rivets can be sourced though Hanson or other suppliers. http://www.hansonrivet.com/ If your not a stickler for authenticity, you could drill the rivet head & punch it out then replace it with a screw and locking nut after the spring function is repaired. You would need to get a good fit to insure the locking pawl functions as it should.

11-08-2016, 07:03 PM	#3
Dec211975 Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Monroe, Wi Posts: 274	Re: paw spring I tried to rivet mine and then it was to tight, I ground the rivet head back off and then used a shoulder bolt and nylon insert lock nut. I am happier with the way it releases now. I got the shoulder bolt from Mcmaster Carr. I don't plan on having it judged. Regards, Brian

11-08-2016, 09:19 PM	#4
alanwoodieman Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: upstate SC Posts: 3,006	Re: paw spring Doug what spring did you use--as luck would have it, the spring on my 48 F1 broke today!

11-08-2016, 09:58 PM	#5
NSDWS Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Huntersville, NC Posts: 33	Re: paw spring I haven't replaced it yet but have seen the springs on several web sites. Not sure if Carpenters had them but will check since their only a few miles away. I will replace with a bolt and lock nut or if I can find the right size pin i'll use that and a small carter key. __________________ Doug

11-09-2016, 01:43 AM	#6
rich b Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Minnesota Posts: 2,156	Re: paw spring Sponsored Links (Register now to hide all advertisements) I drilled the upset side of the pin, replaced the spring, put the pin back in place and used a small tack weld to secure it.