Seat recline lever knob

[pfreen]

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.

 

[KettleCarver]

Let me know if you find a source. Both of mine are missing.

 

[66TigerMK1A]

I have quite a few of those handles and some are in really nice condition. I haven't manged to get them off though... maybe heat them up? must be glued on

 

[pfreen]

Are 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?

 

[66TigerMK1A]

Are 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?

They seem to be hard plastic and on there VERY tight

 

[Austin Healer]

They 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...

 

[66TigerMK1A]

They 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...

I was curious so I warmed up a couple with a heat gun and they cam off with only light persuasion

 

[RIX260]

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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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

 

[michael-king]

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

Rick,

Those are for the end of the lever that controls the slide adjustment back and forth of the seat. Much smaller and shorter than the ones for the rake adjustment ratchet handle.

 

[Theorangetiger]

Related to this, does anyone know if these handles and also the gear toothed latching parts were originally painted or maybe left bare metal and cad plated?

 

[boss-tiger]

If you have an extra right side seat release handle - I am looking for one

 

[pfreen]

I looked closely at mine and I think they are zinc plated steel. The rest of the frame is painted gray.

 

[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.

 

[pfreen]

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.

GPNVCAT.
Did the Plasti dip harden sufficiently?

I did a test with the Plasti dip and it does look pretty close to the original. However, the plastic has not hardened yet and remains moldable after 14 hours or so. It's a go for me if the plastic hardens.

 

[canbeam]

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?

 

[KettleCarver]

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?

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.

Thanks,

Marty

 

[pfreen]

I also would like two recline handle knobs. Please pm me the photos and price as well.

Thanks.

Paul

 

[boss-tiger]

I have never used plastic dip. How many 'dips' does it take and how much time to get the finished handle in your picture?

 

[michael-king]

If one was so inclined.. get a decent lever with handle intact... Or get plasticine or modelling clay and form a handle on a lever.... Add vasaline... Make a plaster mold that can go into 2... Then pour the platidip into that and insert your lever.... Let it set... Could make an accurate handle... And...repeat the process.

 

[pfreen]

I have never used plastic dip. How many 'dips' does it take and how much time to get the finished handle in your picture?

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.