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Re: Time to oil keys?

Author: Jerry
Date: 2003-11-24 18:12

Yes, definitely it is time to oil. Take your time...15 minutes or so for those of us that don't do it that often.

My instructor said my 6-month old R-13 sounded like a "percussion section" around the bottom keys. I did a light oiling, and there was a noticible quieting of the keys. If you don't want to go the hypodermic needle route, Yamaha sells a good quality oil in a tiny bottle with a long skinny spout, great for the three or four tight spots we need to get to.

Then if there is still too much clunk after that, spend the money on a good look by a good tech.

Jerry
The Villages, FL

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