At today's #RepairCafe it was not too busy.
First I repaired a picture frame. One of the riveted loops on the back board had pulled out. I removed the board and re-riveted the loops back on in a different position.
Second was an electric chainsaw. It had unknown history, so I took it apart to check it out. It was well used and very oily. Cleaned it up and tested it. Then I gave safety advice about chainsaw PPE and being really careful about using it.
My HP Pro8600 printer wasn't repaired. It might need a new print head, and that is not cheap, and might not be the problem.
I have some rubber rejuvenating spray for the Eumig projector, I will give that a try.
The Telefunken M24 has gone off to its new home.
I looked at a furniture repair job.
A large ornate sofa, damaged in transit from Greece. 3 of 5 carved front legs were snapped off, one missing. The backrest frame broken inside.
It needs stripping, new frame parts, a new front leg carving, and reupholstering.
I declined.
Alfred Chow - Maker of Things
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