Push pull pot not working properly

[Cuda75]

Hi guys, 

Cleaning up this Diablo 2 I just landed and the coil tap switch is a bugger. Was working great with a positive "click", then the nut that holds the pot in place loosened. I gently tightened the nut, adjusted the knob, and now it's on a hair trigger. It pops back to the split coil position if you breathe on it.. Even with the knob off, the switch is popping into the open position now. Grrrrr. I tried adjusting a few times to see if there is a sweet spot, but no dice. I'm thinking I need a new coil tap pot? It just pops back out now instantly. 

If its not a bad switch and I'm just terminally stupid, what am I doing wrong in my adjustment? If I need a new pot/ coil tap what is recommended? 

I find it easier  ajusting two four barrel carburetors on my chevelle then adjusting this effing switch. Lol

Thanks 

Trevor

[HSB0531]

It sounds like the switch was on its way out before you got it.

I would just replace it with an identical one.

[Nathan of Brainfertilizer Fame]

It's probably not worth changing. Looks like you'll just have to sell the Diablo to me for $400.

[Cuda75]

1 hour ago, Nathan of Brainfertilizer Fame said:

It's probably not worth changing. Looks like you'll just have to sell the Diablo to me for $400.

Another NBCB post!! LOL 😆

Agreed!  The Diablo is your for the paltry sum of $4,000. 

[Nathan of Brainfertilizer Fame]

8 minutes ago, Cuda75 said:

Another NBCB post!! LOL 😆

Agreed!  The Diablo is your for the paltry sum of $4,000. 

I think you got the symbol for "pesos" wrong.

[tbonesullivan]

Definitely sounds like the switch is on the way out. I don't know why, but i always have trouble with push/ pull and push / push pots on guitars. In amps they never have a problem, but with guitars they either stop working or make crackling noises when I engage them.