Klarinet Archive - Posting 000028.txt from 2007/02

From: "Forest Aten" <forestaten@-----.com>
Subj: RE: [kl] tuning with epoxy (try 2)
Date: Fri, 02 Feb 2007 22:28:36 -0500


> -----Original Message-----
> From: Gary Van Cott [mailto:gary@-----.com]
> Sent: Thursday, February 01, 2007 11:54 PM
> To: klarinet@-----.org
> Subject: [kl] tuning with epoxy (try 2)
>
> I have a Chinese made C clarinet that isn't a bad instrument but the
> throat A is very sharp. I took the A and G# keys off tonight (I hope I
> can get that spring back in) and put some tape in the high side of A
> key. It appeared to really help.
>
> I would like to go directly to something more permanent. In the archives
> there is a message from Clark Fobes who recommends using epoxy for this
> purpose. This seems like a good idea since I think I need about an 1/16
> of an inch. Does anyone know what kind of epoxy to use and how to best
> to apply it?
>
> Thanks,
>
> Gary
> --

Gary,

Before the more lasting fix, use a good wax shoe polish to "build up" and
position your changes. You can mold and position the wax easily and it stays
put for the testing. It's easy to remove and clean up before using the epoxy
is easy. Use thin, tight latex gloves to keep your hands clean.

Forest

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