123R spindle removal help

Hi folks - I am in the midst of cleaning/rebuilding a 123R, and after removing the jet, cleaning needle and stuffing box I cannot get the spindle to back out - it stops at about the same place it does when everything is assembled. (I've done this countless times on a 123, with no problem.) I'm reluctant to force/unscrew/pull the spindle further, so as not to do avoidable damage. I thought there was a post or two here about spindle removal on a 123R, but cannot find it. Help!

Thanks in advance.

 

Hi John, Check ut this thread:

https://classiccampstoves.com/posts/5269

Looks like some penetrating oil or carburettor cleaner might be needed.

Best Regards,
Kerophile.

 

Bingo! That was the thread I was looking for, and yup, it worked - good as new.

Thanks!!