Question on 9 1/2 block plane

[Mark Gottesman]

I am refurbing a Stanley Block plane. Have a question on the Blade Depth Adjuster Lever that runs the blade in and out.

On mine there are two nibs (teeth) that stick up about 0.035" above the post when in the mid point of the travel.

I was wondering if that is normal or if they are worn. It seems to function OK, but I have never looked at a new one.

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[Graywolf]

They seem to have some minor ware but if it's working then let it go and happy shavings
Regards,
Richard

 

[Bill Clemmons]

Mark, are you asking if the nibs are supposed to be there, or if the 0.035" is the right height? Why don't you bring it to lunch w/ you Thursday. Show and tell.

 

[mshel]

As long as they engage the grooves in the blade, all is good. All the ones I have had didn't have real prominent projections on the advance lever. So again, as long as the projections engage the blade and allow you to advance the blade, use it. I think you might be able to find a new one but it would be a pita to replace and there is a chance you could crack the casting when replacing the pin.

Mike

 

[Mark Gottesman]

Bill, I can do that. It's all apart so I just need to find a baggie. I'll also bring along a hand saw I got today. Bought it because it had a nib and the price was right. Needs some major clean up, but maybe someone will recognize it.

Mshel: You are right. It took me a while to get that pin out. I started hammering, but realized that was probably going to end in a broken part. Ended up pushing it out using a combination of a nut,some blue tack, a cut down finishing nail and a visegrip to make a hand held arbor press. I figured if it was worn down I could refurb the lever.