Anything is possible. It could have been a bad flare (not centered) from the original supplier. I've got a 1882 with over a thousand hours on it and dry as a bone. Personally I'd try a good used one. Several on Fleabay for around $30. Or from our sponsors.
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149, 2072, Original, 1772, 1782, #1 cart, Parker 48" sweeper,
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