Alko Jocket Wheel Knob

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The red knob on my Alko Jockey Wheel - as fitted to year 2000 Corniche 17/3 has come adrift because the collar which goes on to the metal shat has split - presumably frost damage.

The knob pushes on - it is not of the type with a push out insert and a spring washer.

The local Swift dealer cannot help nor can Alko.

The only suggestion I have had from them both is to buy a new jockey wheel, column and handle at a cost of around £50 - this seems a bit much to replace a knob which should only cost £1 or so.

Has anyone any bright ideas?

John

 

[Jon_5041738]

You could go to Maplin electronics and buy a tub of 'polymorph' - a small tub for about

 

[Jim.M_5040716]

Hi

I had this happen once so drilled a hole through it put in a coachbolt with washer and nut. still working after four years. cost about half an hours time. Good luck

 

[Gary_5039903]

Same thing happened to my previous caravan. I simply put a jubilee clip round the lower part of the knob. As this was tightened up the split closed and prevented it from coming off.