quill spring dismantle

[glapi]

Hi

I'm a new used SS owner(70s machine with a Jigsaw and a Bandsaw).
She really needed a once over, she was neglected for many years, full of sawdust and grime.
The quill spring seems to be disconnected but i have a problem taking the housing apart. I took off the setscrew locking the spring housing but the housing will not move at all.
Can anyone help?

[FrankEast]

Dear Glapi, I had the same problem. Called SS Cust Service and after many attempts, found the /hole/ in the inner end of the spring was broken. We replaced the whole assembly. Best quickest safest cheapest. They were mighty helpful. Jeff
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[glapi]

Hi Jeff,
My problem, is that i'm unable to take the Spring Housing apart, in order to check the spring, reatach or replace it with a new one.
Thanks, Gil

[Nick]

I'm not sure you really want me to show you this, Gil, but here goes nothin':
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1. Remove the snap ring that holds the quill spring housing in place.
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2. While pulling the housing off the shaft, work the hooked end of the spring out of the slot. Be prepared for a big, scary "SPROING!" when the spring comes free and it unwinds. Have a friend videotape your reaction so you can send it to America's Funniest Videos.
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3. Using a needlenose pliers and all the patience you possess, rotate the spring so the slotted end slips off the pin on the quill feed shaft.
4. Order a new assembly from Customer Service. It's a lot quicker than putting it back together.

With all good wishes,