Refurbishment of 5 pc Paddle
The problem was that the old stopper had become stuck in the top tube and was unable to release its grip.
After removing the cap insert at the bottom of the top tube, I was able to knock the stopper free with a small diameter steel bar and a mallet. The old packer was still swollen and could not be re fitted into the tube.
Ordered two new stoppers from Red Paddle Co in Totnes and they arrived within a few days.
Refitted the new stopper and it now easily releases using the lever.
An excellent service from Red Paddle,
With Thanks, James