Regarding the visibly bent threaded section in the picture, why not try and wrap layers of rubber or cloth around it and mount it into a vice and gingerly bend it back using forward and backward movements? That's what I would do.
Thanks Mowerfreak, I might give that a shot .. should I try heating the bent section 1st? Ive only got butane, not sure if that'll help, but heat would soften the steel, yes ?
.. should I try heating the bent section 1st? Ive only got butane, not sure if that'll help, but heat would soften the steel, yes ?
