Help with sawzall blade holder

[Brian Runau]

I have a cheap skill 9250 sawzall. Old model, but I hate to throw it out. The blade stuck in the blade holder and the tab that moves to release the blade is stuck solid. Part comes off, but is no longer available. Any suggestions on how to break this loose? thanks for nay help.

Brian

[Brian Runau]

figured it out. Took the blade holder off and drove the pin that goes through the spring partially out and this released the tension and blade came out. Drove the pin back in and put another blade in and it works as it should. Thanks. brian