I've had my SF 1850 for 2 years. The steel strip at the end of the blade just came off. Has anyone else had this problem? How did you fix it?
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I went to the Suncast web - I did could not find any repair kit listed for the SF1850 in Parts. Someone else posted that the repair kit is nolonger available from Suncast.
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Just checked the previous answer myself after seeing your question. I have had other snow scoops over the years and have tried to repair them to no avail. Thanks Mr Ford for the information.
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A great snow tool. The metal strip will break off eventually and that is the ONLY part you can buy directly from Suncast. Eventually, my entire scoop wore out and I called Suncast to see if I could just buy a new scoop, as the handle is fine. Nope. They don't sell directly (except the metal front strip repair kit) to customers nor the scoop part.
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I have had the same problem and it will ruin the shovel if not dealt with. I had a guy bend me a piece of metal and put it on with long rivets. Ideally it would be good if the company would sell some sort of replacement blade but I am not aware of one. The blade is the one flaw of the shovel that makes you buy another one or say you will never buy another one because of the worn blade.
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Mine hasn't come off, but WHEN it does I'll buy an inexpensive sheet of galvanized steel at a hardware store, cut a 4" x 20+" strip, fold the strip in half with a steel straightedge and a hammer, carefully drill a few holes (as far from the leading edge as possible) and bolt it into place with small stainless bolts, nuts, and lock washers. Good luck!
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Just so you know, the warranty for this shovel should be 3 years so you should be able to get a replacement free of charge.
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I got mine a few years ago, there seemed to be a problem with the sheath at that time (I fixed it with a couple staples @ the retention spot.) Since then I read that they fixed the problem. To answer your question, at first the retention sucked! But they are a great company, and with one email, they sent me the newer improved sheath, for free of course, and it is WAY better. The knife will not fall out now. Over all, a great LITTLE knife!
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I don't have that problem. Mine works fine. Remove the blade and see if anything is loose or a stone got in
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I had the finish on the back side right under the head flake off after about 1 year of use. Six months later I had that part replaced under warranty. There is no more stenciled text on it, which is where I believe the flaking started. That was about 10 months ago. Now I see that at the edge of that part the finish starts to separate again. A few days the lock button on the side stopped doing its job. It just moves freely. Dunno if anything broke though because there is nothing rattling inside and I do not recall anything falling out. I think it is rather hard to miss a piece fall out. Maybe some part in there is just stuck with stubble accumulation.
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No Lynn, I tried to repair mine also but it's not possible... But when you get the new one you will be amazed at how sharp it is, I would recommend the new one for sure and the price on this one is very good
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I just had mine burn up in a garage fire of undetermined origin. I had used it for three years happily and successfully. Only two things caused the chain to come off, a loose adjustment nut which allowed slippage and overloading the tool by forcing the jaws or running clogged with chips. Either case is operator error. I'm ordering a replacement. I am NOT replacing my Sears Craftsman 12" because the lopper does everything I need.
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make sure it isn't cracked underneath the blades where its two screws ..I haven't had that problem nor heard until now..i wouldn't hesitate to buy again..make sure u have them gapped correct as well could slighty thow u off..hope that helped
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I've had this cleaver for almost 2 years. Never had any issues. Been very happy with it. Try polishing it with a pumice liquid. Maybe first try polishing with toothpaste and sponge. Or a very fine grit wet sandpaper? 1000 grit? Then wiping down with a vegetable oil. I use it, wash it and put it away. Never have seen any rust. Good luck
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Just to add my two cents, as John said it is the same coupling--in fact we are using our old blade assembly with the new unit since the new blade seems to splash a lot more (why would they do that?!). Our old coupling was indeed the part that broke, necessitating the replacement, but it happened after years of regular service when we accidentally tried to blend a metal spoon with it. So to agree again with John, I think if you stick with blending non-metallic objects it should last a reasonably long time.
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Lori, you can ask to replace your tool just to see if that will make a difference. That's what I did and the replacement was same. I haven't tried the REAL thing, Fein MultiMaster to compare but, I think, Rockwell is just made to work this way. Although nothing came off due to vibration on mine. Good Luck!
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I have wear marks at the joints and the lock, and the finish is worn off on the bottom half of the blade, but the handle (triangle) is basically perfect still. That is normal wear and tear (I use mine pretty hard and often). If it is worse than that you may have a lemon, but these are mil-spec(built to very high standards) so I doubt it. BTW, mine is stamped ames tru-temper.
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I just got mine and I'm wondering if I should return, my drive shaft appears slightly bent and when I grind with nothing inside it scrapes ceramic on ceramic at one section of the rotation. :(
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I purchased a set of Rachael Ray 4-inch Paring "Furi Knives" and the green knife broke at the shank. It was purchased 4 months ago only! I'm so disappointed. What I should do? Thank you, Amanda
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I had the same problem with mine, its just a matter of breaking it in, when I depress the blade lock, (On the back of the knife) I had to relay make sure that it was fully depressed, to release the blade, i just kept working it until it became easier. Little WD40 helped as well. I Love my SOG, its my EDC. Good Luck
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My wife, who is the primary user, did not use it enough yet to brake the blade - a frequent occurrence I can assure you. That is why we got the more professional machine. Sorry, No new blades yet. No idea where I would go at this time. rlp
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send I pic so I can see! I taped and cut mine like the direction said and had no issues. Have a new blade because you will be cutting into metal!!
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Well, that didn't happen to me, so I can only guess. Maybe the sheath heated and cooled during transport and has trapped the knife.Or something was jammed into the sheath when the knife was inserted at the factory.My knife slides loose after a firm tug on the strap or handle.Sorry I don't know more.Maybe a call/Email to CRKT might help.www.CRKT.com