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Good Evening everyone. I come seeking the knowledge of those who know how to find stuff thats older than me.... My kitchen is from 1956 or so, and still has most of the original GE stuff. Right now, my issue is with the built in electric cooktop. One of the four elements no longer gets hot, no matter the setting. When I pulled the element, one of the wiring connections was very poor, so I re-crimped a new terminal. I also ohmed the element, and it seemed to be within spec according to the random internet site that told me what the Ohms should be. Tonight I pulled the control panel, and Im getting voltage on both sides of the pushbutton switch, but none at the element. I noticed that there is another junction box in the cooktop, and it appears from the wiring diagram that its a receptacle block that passes all of the wires through. So power should go [ Line Voltage --> Push button Switch --> Receptacle Block --> Element]. This leads me to believe that there is an issue with the block, but Im trying to see if I can find a part number or if there are replacements for this thing before I tear my wife's kitchen apart. My guess is that if I do, Ill find something thats melty or shorted out, and Ill need a replacement. I realize its an odd request, but does anyone have any idea where I can find a part number or some vintage parts if needed? Is there even a service manual for appliances of this age? Thanks in advance for your help!