They seem to be hard plastic and on there VERY tightAre they hard plastic? Are they smooth or pebbled?
Mine I so deteriorated I can't tell.
Are they a slip-on knob, or are yours just aged on?
I was curious so I warmed up a couple with a heat gun and they cam off with only light persuasionThey are plastic and they are NOT designed to come off the metal. Mk1 seats have a different handle than the Mk1A/Mk2 seats.... I sent one to Bob (Hoghead)... don't have anymore...
Classic Sunbeam sells these smaller reproductions. They're cheap enough that you can use them until you can find a set of originals.Does anyone know where to get replacement recline lever knob?
If not, the only thing I could come up is to use black plast-dip.
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Rick,Classic Sunbeam sells these smaller reproductions. They're cheap enough that you can use them until you can find a set of originals.
Rick
https://classicsunbeam.com/Seat-Handle-Rubber-Cover-pair-BT200.htm
GPNVCAT.I did the black plastic dip and it worked very well. You would be hard pressed to tell the difference at a glance. Not as glossy as stock but looks the business. It took several dips to get the proper dimensions.
I don't really have a need for 10 pair of seats, but I would like to get a nice pair of lever handles. If you have a couple good ones, please send me a picture and the price you would want in a private conversation.I have over 20 seats in my storage shed, so likely could find some good levers. Maybe I should dismantle a few for parts, as they take up way too much room.... A better idea..... Anybody want to buy a bunch of seats in bulk, say 10 pair?
It took about 6 dips. I squished it after 5 dips in a vice over night after putting it in a plastic bag to flatten it before the plasti dip was fully dry. I then coated it one more time.I have never used plastic dip. How many 'dips' does it take and how much time to get the finished handle in your picture?