"John B" wrote in message
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Good point. That was my first position. However, I am relying on others
who claim that the repair parts are unavailable. But thank you for
reminding me of this concept.
The thermostat is shot. I put a thermometer in the oven and watched it go
well beyond the temperature prescribed at the user interface. The oven
burner doesn't always light promptly, giving fear of explosion. The top
needs a paint job.


Check out this place.
http://www.antiquegasstoves.com/pages/rebuild.html I have no idea of price,
but if anyone can, these guys teem to be able to do it.