"John B" > wrote in message
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> Good point. That was my first position. However, I am relying on others
> who claim that the repair parts are unavailable. But thank you for
> reminding me of this concept.
> The thermostat is shot. I put a thermometer in the oven and watched it go
> well beyond the temperature prescribed at the user interface. The oven
> burner doesn't always light promptly, giving fear of explosion. The top
> needs a paint job.
>

Check out this place.
http://www.antiquegasstoves.com/pages/rebuild.html I have no idea of price,
but if anyone can, these guys teem to be able to do it.