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    Kirby G6 Scuff Plate Screw

    Many thanks BikerRay..
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    Kirby G6 Scuff Plate Screw

    Yes, we have big stores such as B&Q and Homebase and dozens of small independent hardware stores that would provide something similar. As an ex-metrologist, I could even measure the diameter, threads per inch, and thread profile, and order one up as replacement that meats the same spec... but...
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    Kirby G6 Scuff Plate Screw

    Thanks Human. UK electrical fittings have gone metric whereas I don't suppose US Kirby's or fitting will have. a bit of research on the internet suggest that the screws you're describing as US anchor screws are 8/32 #8 screw with 32 threads to the inch or maybe 6/32 UK light fittings use...
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    Kirby G6 Scuff Plate Screw

    I wondered does anyone know the thread and size of the little torx headed scuff plate screw on the back of the Kirby G6 just above the N-D lever...? Internet suppliers want £12 delivery for the original part from the USA for a £1 item... and I can't find one in the UK or the spec listed...
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    Kirby G6 Tech Drive - Neutral / Drive N-D Lever repair

    Thanks. Yes I got all the parts out.. including the washer.. but I was asking where the washer should fit in the assembly... but on second look, it seems the only place it can go is on the splined shaft before the cam lever after it's placed through the black plastic plate. The original...
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    Kirby G6 Tech Drive - Neutral / Drive N-D Lever repair

    Hi. The Neutral Pedal Cam assembly on my trusty Kirby G6 recently fell out... So I've taken everything apart with the help of a couple of useful YouTube videos (link below) and found the Transmission Lever Bracket and Bracket Cam Assembly Neutral Pedal, and I've worked out how to re-assemble...
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