3-Point/Draft Control Problem????

However, if I remove the sheet metal control arm from the draft control and move the shaft further counter clockwise the tool will life very high and stay there. But, this doesn't happen with the sheet metal control arm inside the guide. It almost seems like the control shaft is a tooth off. Much like a distributor being a tooth off and you can't get enough movement to get the timing right.

What can I do. Can I realign the control shaft by reaching up through the inspection cover or do I have to remove the 3-point system altogether?

There is more to this mess than meets the eye. The condition of this machine is a testament to the "keeps on Tickn'...." ability under extreme neglect. To top this off, the guy who worked on it last is a "magic" wrench. He was able to replace the clutch without knocking off any dirt from the bolt heads at the bell housing. He told my cousin that brake shoes could no longer be found for this 8N and had some shop re-weld the and re-line the old shoes. Seems a bit strange when I can find brake shoes with just a click of the mouse. Now the brakes make a terrible grinding noise and small pieces of felt have worked their way out of the drum. I'm not sure but, I think that ain't a good sign.

Anyway, thanks for the help.

Dave