Platen Back - Kelsey 3x5

Hi-

I’ve posted to the classifieds and have been on the lookout for several months now. Just wondering if anyone might have any suggestions or know of somewhere to direct me, as I really would like my press back in order ASAP.

I’m looking for a “platen back,” the same piece that holds the gripper bar, with two arms that go from the platen back to the other side of the body. The press is a Kelsey 3x5.

This piece broke (very cleanly) at the arms, close to the platen back, and this does not appear to be an easy fix. When I dismantled the press to further investigate, I noticed that it looks as though this piece has been broken at some point before (and repaired, JB Weld?), at the part that holds the gripper bar.

Needless to say, I think I would be best off with an entire new part. The platen itself is fine, just the back and armed part need to be replaced.

I appreciate any help!

Thank you.

David

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