-- cant help on the brush holders, but I had some switches that went bad on
a chop saw. If it the same kind of switch with the triggers on it, they are
known as "snap switches". I found a good source from Mcmaster Carr. hope
that helps.
don paolino
"Jon Anderson" wrote in message
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I have a really old Chicago Pneumatic Model A, 1/2" drill that needs new
brush holders. This is a beast of a drill, and I'd machine up new brush
holders before tossing, but would rather buy.

Also have an older Craftsman aluminum drill, 1/4" capacity. Says "60"
right below the Craftsman legend, p/n 315.7910. Grip is behind the
motor. This needs the trigger switch. Took the switch apart to see if I
could repair, but it was hosed. I've not been able to find anything
easily adaptable. I could crudely hack something in there, but would
really like to find a switch that looks like it belongs.

I'm just guessing, but both are probably at least 40 years old. Does
anyone know of sources for electrical components for older tools?

Thanks,

Jon