Parker 21: squishy sac nipple

I have a Parker 21 in need of a new sac. Unfortunately, the plastic of the sac nipple (below) has become soft which one repair video said was a known issue. What are the best ways to repair?

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My current plan is to cut off the material, bore out that end of the connector (?) on the lathe, and fit a metal or plastic tube on to replace it.

This way I don't have to scavenge parts and the fix will be an improvement on the original in terms of longevity.

Maybe there is a more preferable process though?

Your method of repair is correct but make sure to use a non-metallic tube. I’d suggest styrene.

In reality I’d grab a connector from a pen with a broken shell or barrel and be done quick. I’d likely just grab one with a sac and solve that problem too.

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Originally Posted by Farmboy

Your method of repair is correct but make sure to use a non-metallic tube. I’d suggest styrene.

In reality I’d grab a connector from a pen with a broken shell or barrel and be done quick. I’d likely just grab one with a sac and solve that problem too.

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This is also what I would do. :)

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Originally Posted by Farmboy

In reality I’d grab a connector from a pen with a broken shell or barrel and be done quick. I’d likely just grab one with a sac and solve that problem too.

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I might end up doing that if I can source a cheap parts pen.

Thanks folks. :)

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I love it when threads have a happy ending like this. :)

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Originally Posted by Chrissy

I love it when threads have a happy ending like this. :)

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me too!