And here I was thinking I was unique....seems the broken guide is not uncommon. I sure wish Roy lived near North Carolina though, even having done it once now I believe I'd still rather hire a pro to do that job.... Although I'm planning on a full 617 rebuild just because I'm crazy....and Stretch needs competition from this side of the pond.

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