old ratchet

[waxman]

i have an old ratchet at the laver that changes directions,doesnt stop. on the handle looks like plvmb. has arrows on each end of this ,made in usa on back. was my dads,been around along time. thanks

 

[SweetD]

Welcome to the forum.

What do you want to know about your Plvmb ratchet?

Start here:

https://home.comcast.net/~alloy-artifacts/plomb-gallery.html#history



Dave

 

[AndrewV]

He's not new. Just a late bloomer. On the 3rd post in 3 years.

OP, are you saying the male end free spins?

 

[G_P]

Going to have to open it up and see what it looks like inside.

 

[metaldad]

Going to have to open it up and see what it looks like inside.

just be velly careful of the springs that will shoot out when you open her

 

[waxman]

it has a stamp on the back,wf 21. the article that talks about the co,is interesting. thanks for your help guys.

 

[abk241]

SweetD....Thanks for that great link.

 

[Outlawmws]

Wax man, put the ratchet inside a gallon baggie or equivalent, and remove the two screws the plate will come off reveling a VERY SIMPLE mechanism.

There is a cam attached to the lever, two pawls the latch into the gear depending on the cam position, and the two springs that should be between each pawl and the side of the head.

Clean all the parts, lightly lube the gear and the contact surfaces of the gear hub with a light grease, do the same where the pawls sweep against the back wall and plate and reassemble. Your Dad's ratchet should be ready for many more years of use.