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10-03-22, 12:37 PM

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Bill Kapaun

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FIRST!
Flush the innards with WD-40 or a similar solvent to dissolve the old, hard grease so the pawl can release.
Let sit for a bit and then slowly work the lever to the top gear position and slowly back down.
Repeat 3-4 times.

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