I own a 1442 too and the speed control problem you describe has been my only
complaint. The problem seems to come and go, and once the machine has run
for awhile it goes away. I also figured out that wiggling or lightly
slapping the handle would get things loosened up but it still isn't right.

Having taken yours apart is there any apparent 'fix' that I can do at home
(lube, light honing, etc. To correct the problem?

Ron

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I've seen a few posts concerning the stiffness of the speed control on the
Jet 1442 (with a Reeve's drive). I destroyed mine recently when it
jammed.
So I ordered another ($20) and installed it today. After removing the
damaged unit, I now understand what I did wrong.

If you're having trouble getting the lever pin to release from a detent
hole, simply wiggle the handle back and forth until the spring-loaded pin
retracts. In retrospect, it's better to remove the unit to gain an
understanding of how it works rather than bend the pin trying to dislodge
it. (duh) The new speed control works fine, incidentally.

Hope this helps.

Max