I now have another problem. After cutting back the ends of the heating element on my SAECO pot, I tried to loosen the screw on the stat and the screw broke off and the stat fell apart. The only thing left is the bracket in the front of the pot. Is there another way I can control the temp of the pot?? Not too expensive. I am trying to save an old casting friend. The pot is in good shape and now the element has been brought back to life. I hope this is the last block that is standing in the way. Any ideas???