I fix them too. But it takes me 10 times longer than a conventional trap. I am inexperienced in putting them back together as well.
I am betting 99 percent of trappers do not attempt to fix them.
Todd,
I am slowly fixing every one I have. By selling them and replacing them. I will have more for sell soon. I have watched a lot of your videos.
If you have trouble tinkering them, just imagine the average guy.
I like a trap that can be adjusted with out bending the dog or filing it. Etc. Etc.
Mac