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?It is a genuine item which is supplied by the original equipment manufacturer for use with Makita planers. This is an identical replacement for a missing or faulty torsion spring that was installed on a new unit, please make sure to check the appropriate diagrams of your model for the correct location and application of this hardware. Keep in mind this high-quality spring is made of durable metal and is sold individually.
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Planer stopped feeding
Scott from Randolph, Vermont
- Difficulty Level:
- A Bit Difficult
- Total Repair Time:
- 15 - 30 mins
- Tools:
- Pliers, Screw drivers
- Parts Used:
- 231588-1
2. Removed the screw for the old torsion spring that was damaged.
3. Put the new spring on the screw and partially thread the screw back in place.
4. Use pliers to flex the spring into position.
5. Tightened the screw completely.
6. Reinstalled the ... Read more cover.
Planer feed mechanism stoped
Victor from Grinnell, Iowa
- Difficulty Level:
- Easy
- Total Repair Time:
- 15 - 30 mins
- Tools:
- Screw drivers
2. Replaced drive sprocket and tension spring, sleeve, and screw that were damaged when sprocket failed.
Torsion spring was broken
Roopcom from MIAMI, Florida
- Difficulty Level:
- Easy
- Total Repair Time:
- Less than 15 mins
- Tools:
- Screw drivers
- Parts Used:
- 231588-1
The torsion spring broke which allowed the planer to skip when you tried to feed wood in to it.
Larry from PLYMOUTH, Indiana
- Difficulty Level:
- Easy
- Total Repair Time:
- 15 - 30 mins
- Tools:
- Pliers, Screw drivers
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