deskthority

I would like to fit a solenoid to my IBM Model M SSK, provided it can be done fairly easily. A Geekhack post by orihalcon back in 2015 says this is possible using a Model F controller because the SSK has a 16x8 matrix. I am about to place an order at Brand New Model F. If I order an extra controller...

I'll be there; I booked a few weeks ago. I'll PM you now.

My O key is now working. I simply had to form the flyplate spring ends to make them slightly closer together. Re-attaching the flyplate was the fun part. I found technique shown in this short video helpful; it involves using a hex key in a vice. https://youtu.be/vc6LwIjzduI?si=1FEbdMoZhJB7pjw1 Thank...

Thank you for more helpful advice. I'll have a go at this in the next few days and report back.

Thank you! That makes sense and is very helpful. Would I need to just remove the keycap of the O key when I remove the switch to adjust the spring, or will I need to remove all of them?

I have recently acquired a restored 5251 Beamspring keyboard. It works well except for the O key which often does not activate. The symptom is that when I press the O key I don't hear a click and no character appears. This behavior is intermittent: after 2-3 presses each press yields a click and the...