Does anyone know what has happened to this jammer and how to make the metal part go down into the recesse in the plastic composite lever so the lever can be closed. I have tried pulling the jaw below the visible metal carrier back against the spring with my finger from below but the metal carrier still binds and won't go low enough to allow closing the composite lever.
I think the metal plate pushes down a serrated metal brake pad, that must have flipped up. My guess is the secret to fixing it is waiting for you if you check inside the front of the jammer with a bright light.
By the way, the rust around the jammer suggests you might be using 304 stainless bolts. 304 SS is great but not for salt water. You need 316 stainless bolts.
I think the metal plate pushes down a serrated metal brake pad, that must have flipped up. My guess is the secret to fixing it is waiting for you if you check inside the front of the jammer with a bright light.
By the way, the rust around the jammer suggests you might be using 304 stainless bolts. 304 SS is great but not for salt water. You need 316 stainless bolts.