Old Skilsaw switch replacement alternative?
GRHodges
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Howdy
I have a Skilsaw 5510 (5-1/2″ circular saw) that I bought about 35 years ago. I still love it and it still works great.
However… the switch is beginning to go on it and I need to find a replacement for it but so far I have found it discontinued.
Does anyone have any experience with this or know if a newer switch would fit, or if there is another solution that is eluding me?
Thanks so much in advance.
GR
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Check with your local tool repair shop. My shop always cannibilized old tools for spare parts just for this occasion.
That's a great idea, thanks
Not sure what the failure mode is but there's a chance a good dose of contact cleaner could help. I've even disassembled a few switches and repaired them if it's a bad spring or something like that.
Good thinking. I have yet to open it up, so I'll see what I can see