Originally Posted by Alexander
I had the same problem, and executed the same fix. It sadly didn't last.

I'd strongly recommend anyone else attempting this repair, that they buy a new rack. They are not expensive. If you have removed parts to get here, repairing both the rack and pawl is the way to go.
I replaced the quadrant rack last year, but the pawl had been incorrectly made so I had to use the original one. I noticed that the pawl can rotate slightly which can prevent it locking properly. A slight twist of the button straightens the pawl and then it locks. I guess a slightly longer locking screw which locates the pawl may help, just didn't have one handy.

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