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| Maintenance & Repairs » Underwood 150 carriage won't advance » 23-9-2018 11:02:37 |
- snodgrjl
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Hi,
I encountered that problem on two separate occasions with two separate machines. Once,one of the card holder fingers behind the ribbon vibrator was pressing against the platen roller. On another occasion, the carriage lock lever rod was pressing against the bottom, inner rail of the carriage. If you haven't already done so, I would look for any obvious impediment to motion, like an out-of-adjustment part pressing on the carriage.
Good luck.
| Maintenance & Repairs » Broken Typebar Regulator » 05-9-2018 17:47:27 |
- snodgrjl
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Thank you very much. I'm happy to know the wire spring is called a rejector spring. The impressions are a little fuzzy around the edges but I can live with that. I am more concerned about the slugs prematurely wearing out the ribbon.
| Maintenance & Repairs » Broken Typebar Regulator » 28-8-2018 11:09:18 |
- snodgrjl
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Hi,
I have a 1986 Brother Charger 11 manual typewriter. It had the typical metal wire typebar regulator in front of the ribbon vibrator, on the basket. It broke off. This has happened with every manual Brother typewriter I have ever owned. Should I be concerned? I could fashion a new one but, before I do so, I'm wondering if I can live without the part.
Thanks.
| Electric Typewriters » Why do electronic typewriters get short shrift? » 27-7-2018 09:23:17 |
- snodgrjl
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Hi,
As with anything else, we have purists. When Porsche introduced the 924 in 1976 with the first liquid cooled engine in the company's history, purists were outraged. Now Porsche makes a sedan. Wedges, but in particular word processors, filled a brief need--from about 1982 to 1994--for those who didn't want a standard typewriter but could not afford a computer ($2500-$3000 was quite a sum in 1988). Swintec and Nakajima/Royal still make wedges. I have a Royal (Nakajima) Scriptor, purchased new last April. I use it for typing on 11X17" paper. I also use it when I need crisp, virtually flawless type. When I want an impression with more character (no pun intended), I switch to my Brother Challenger 11. I like the Royal Scriptor because it's loud, and it has a mechanical IBM PS2 style keyboard, so typing on it is a very tactile and auditory experience. Plus, the outer lip at the base of the keyboard is breadbasket style, resembling a Commodore 64 housing--nice.
I prefer a manual, but have problem using the wedge when the situation calls for it.
| Typewriter Paraphernalia » What kind of paper are you using? » 24-9-2017 12:51:46 |
- snodgrjl
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I use Southworth 25% cotton bond business paper for writing and Pelikan typewriter carbon paper (smears but makes very black impression). Got a ream of the Southworth paper off Amazon on sale for $10.
| Type Talk » Have you ever given a name for your typewriter? » 15-9-2017 09:18:53 |
- snodgrjl
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My Sears Manual 2 is named Michael, but he prefers Mike. It just looks like a Mike. I guess I'm weird. ( I also name my cars, which is helpful during a mechanical problem.)
| Portable Typewriters » SEARS Manual 2 (Brother JP5) Information » 15-9-2017 09:13:51 |
- snodgrjl
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Hi, All,
I bought a Sears Manual 2 off Ebay 6 months ago off Ebay for $4.99, very pristine and a real steal. I think no one bid on it because it says Sears on the fascia plate. I magnified the photo of the backplate and saw that it had been made in Japan, 1976. I love it--very 70s. Think Saturn Five, Space 1999, and "Charlie's Angels." Anyway, I bought a junk machine and it came with a factory owners manual and manufacturer's ribbon spools. I pirated some parts off the junk machine, including letter keys (mine were worn).
According to the owners manual, returning the carriage while depressing the margin release key automatically sets the paragraph indent--neat! I thought you all might like to know since the manual isn't available online--anywhere--and that's a nice feature.
Jeffrey
| Type Talk » On the subject of platen rubber » 06-7-2017 05:28:57 |
- snodgrjl
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Dear Uwe,
Thank you for welcoming me. To determine that the platen was softer, I applied the three-step test I found at Typewriter Talk. I also noted that the typewriter stopped eating ribbons; it was punching holes in them after 10 days or so.
Jeffrey
| Type Talk » On the subject of platen rubber » 05-7-2017 07:05:19 |
- snodgrjl
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Hi, All. I accidentally discovered a virtual panacea for what was a whitish, hard platen on my latest purchase. I accidentally got some WD-40 on the platen, wiped it off, and it looked gorgeous. Unlike Armor All, which treats the surface, WD-40 penetrates, softens, cleans, and leaves the old, hard platen soft and, as mentioned, "grippy." Moreover, WD-40 doesn't leave a slick or greasy residue. Wiping the excess off the rubber is hard work but the result is worth the effort. I highly recommend the technique for rubber restoration. Forgive me if you all already know about this trick.
Jeffrey
| Type Talk » New Member Thread » 05-7-2017 05:47:34 |
- snodgrjl
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Hi. My name is Jeffrey and I use manuals, mostly mid-size, modern machines. I favor buying tired (but not parts) machines and tinkering with them. I used to exclusively buy Olympia SM9s, but repeatedly had issues with ribbon reverse mechanisms. I now own a 1976 Sears Manual II (Brother JP5), which I purchased for $4.99 and restored. The typewriter is beautiful and looks brand-new. I need to adjust the basket, since shift/CAPS types subscript; otherwise, the machine works flawlessly, which is especially impressive, given its age of 41 years. Next, I'd like to buy a clean Olympia SM3. Happy hammering.
Jeffrey
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