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Removing stuck knobs
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12-27-2013, 09:49 PM
Wrap a shoestring around the shaft, behind the knob. Pull each end out at 3 and 9 o'clock positions, then pull on the strings while pressing down on the cabinet with your thumbs. The knob will go flying, so beware. Sometimes penetrating oil helps.
The artist formerly known as Puhpow! 8)
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Removing stuck knobs - by Jayce - 12-27-2013, 07:53 PM
RE: Removing stuck knobs - by morzh - 12-27-2013, 08:50 PM
RE: Removing stuck knobs - by Jamie - 12-27-2013, 09:49 PM
RE: Removing stuck knobs - by klondike98 - 12-27-2013, 09:51 PM
RE: Removing stuck knobs - by Jayce - 12-27-2013, 10:24 PM
RE: Removing stuck knobs - by klondike98 - 12-27-2013, 10:35 PM
RE: Removing stuck knobs - by morzh - 12-28-2013, 05:16 PM
RE: Removing stuck knobs - by Jayce - 12-28-2013, 07:38 PM
RE: Removing stuck knobs - by Arran - 12-28-2013, 11:58 PM
RE: Removing stuck knobs - by tom.seeger - 12-30-2013, 12:06 PM



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