Typewriter Talk / What's the name of this part (IBM Selectric)?

**Posted by mvno_subscriber** 09-8-2015 11:49:52

Backspace on my Selectric III didn't work, so I opened up the case and found the culprit (plus a couple of loose screws, yay).. messed a bit around and made things worse.

So question is, does anybody know the name of this plastic part that keeps the spring in place which in turn enables backspace to push the carriage back, and is it possible to order it somewhere or can I use something else?

Any tips for where I can find maintenance manuals would also be great, since dissecting the machine by myself is something I'd rather not risk without a comprehensive checklist..

**Posted by exibmce** 29-8-2015 17:49:40

It's called a cord tensioner pulley. You can get repair kits from Coleman Mfg. Also you can get free IBM Parts/ Adjustment Manual and maintenance manual by joining the the free Yahoo Group "golfballtypewritershop" and downloading them. It's mostly made up of ex IBM Typewriter Techs. like me.

**Posted by TypewriterKing** 04-3-2016 20:16:20

Oh, how many of these have I put in? They ALL do this. The first thing you ought to know when you see this is that it is mounted with only one bolt. Getting that rascal off is easy, but once off, DON'T TURN ON THE MACHINE WHATEVER YOU DO!!! Just pull out a little extra cord, but not too much. Wind the other one back in and bolt 'er up. It's about the easiest Selectric repair when you do it just right.

**Posted by OlivWriter** 30-6-2024 09:12:31

Hello
So, how can we repair this plastic part ?
THANKS

**Posted by OlivWriter** 30-7-2024 04:01:08

Hello
How can we repair this plastic part ?
Any ideas ?
THANKS

**Posted by Pete E.** 30-7-2024 13:42:16

You might give Steve in Boise, Idaho - USA a call and see if he can help you out with the part(s).
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**Posted by Shamwari** 30-7-2024 14:33:52

See this Youtube video by Phoenix Typewriter (www.phoenixtypewriter.com) IBM Selectric Typewriter Transport Pulley and Tab Return Cords Replacement Wind Mainspring Version 2 Phoenix Typewriterhave a few YouTube videos on the Selectric Tab Pulley.It looks like it might be IBM part No 1205784, an Ebay search for IBM Selectric Tab Pulley should come up with a replacement.Alternatively, Philly Typewriter (www.phillytypewriter.com) sell a rebuild kit.It's possible that these files allow a replacement to be 3D printed. =18.9pxWarning - take all the above with a pinch of salt as I've never seen a Selectric in real life.

**Posted by OlivWriter** 01-8-2024 11:25:56

Thanks, I'll see if the 3D model works...