Kelsey 5x8 inking issues

Laurie Sigmund
on 16 Sep 13 (17:55)

My Kelsey 5x8 makes a satisfying click when the platen meets the form - and I usually get a good impression. The click is a sort of snap noise from the handle.

For some reason, I’ve lost the click and the impression is splotchy and uneven. I checked roller height, platen is level and - here’s the kicker - it prints fine on a lighter weight stock. As soon as a I put a heavier weight stock in (like the Lettra 110#), the impression is cruddy (and no click). Any ideas? I miss the click and the good crisp print. Thanks!

Girl with a kluge
on 16 Sep 13 (19:59)

Try backing the impression off or take some packing out so it will toggle over and “click”.

Laurie Sigmund
on 18 Sep 13 (11:04)

Thanks! removing some packing did the trick - got the click back (should have thought of that)