Stanley 45 Replacement Rods are You can still get them. (see links below.)

They are standard rods that fit both the 45 and 55 and for my small orders I decided this makes sense.

• Long 12" rods. - They will fit https://amzn.to/40VOLxK <- 304 Stainless Steel Rods, 2PCS 9.5 mm / 3/8 inch Metal Solid Round Shaft Rods.
• Medium Rods 9" https://amzn.to/40VOLxK - 9.5mm x 250mm Solid Shaft Rods
• Short 6" https://amzn.to/40JRafd - 3/8" Diameter 6" Length
• Tiny 4" https://amzn.to/4kEMe1Z - 304 Stainless Steel Rods, 9.5mm x 153mm
• *I get a small amazon commission - these will work as Stanley 45 rods long, short and any length you want rods.

Why fight with old hardware that doesn't move free. Replace it and smile. I figured while you're here I could save you some time and just help you find what you needed. Just trying to save us all time and energy.