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return springs
Posted: 24 Jul 2022 5:03 am
by manny escobar
The old MSA pedal steels had return springs that are about 2" long, 5/16 outside diameter, and a wire diameter of approximately .050. Where can I buy them? I had no luck with McMaster Carr and MSC.
Posted: 24 Jul 2022 8:28 am
by Matt Sutton
I haven't dealt with them yet, but researching springs for my ZB, this place seemed good:
https://www.mwcomponents.com/locations/century-spring
almost a dizzying array of options!
Posted: 24 Jul 2022 8:58 am
by Chris Lucker
I agree with Matt. Century Spring will make your head spin.
Contact the East Providence location. But be prepared if you call or visit. They don't want to hear "About 0.050"" Best to have precise dimensions or show up with the spring.
Posted: 26 Jul 2022 5:21 am
by manny escobar
Century Spring didn`t have an E.P. location? I will take your advice and go looking with the spring in hand. Thank you both for responding.
Posted: 26 Jul 2022 3:54 pm
by Paddy Long
Posted: 26 Jul 2022 4:43 pm
by Reed Ohrbom
Good resource to keep on file. Thanks !
Posted: 27 Jul 2022 5:41 am
by manny escobar
Whew! Michael Yahl. I had forgotten about him. Thank you for refreshing my memory.
Posted: 27 Jul 2022 6:16 pm
by Dennis Detweiler
I replaced all of my return springs on both of my MSA's with slightly lighter ones purchased at Ace Hardware. Much smoother/lighter pulls on the lowers.