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Jan 1, 2026 | 01:00 PM

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Joe12RK

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Originally Posted by panz4ever

Lastly, you can try replacing the spring and check ball with a new one but realize it is just a shot in the dark that may or may not work. As far as the seat itself, you can get some cotton swabs dipped in (not soaked) in either acetone or gasoline and run it around the seat. If there is any debris, it should stick to the swab

I'd do this over smacking a ball into the seat. The internet is full of warnings about cracking the seat, and true or not, I wouldn't take a chance. ***** and springs are cheap and easy, can't hurt to try new ones.

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