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Re: Clanky lower joint keys

Author: Paul Aviles
Date: 2018-09-02 11:46

The easier problem to fix is the clankiness of the RH "E/B" key. This happens when you release the key? Look at what parts are moving and what parts make contact when you get the "clank." I would guess you are missing some cork from one of the keys at that point. Quite frankly though, just asking the question makes me believe there would be a steep learning curve associated with taking keys off and gluing a bit of cork on and then putting keys back on.

The other issue sounds like the "paddle keys" on the left hand side are moving around too much. To fix that, the keys require a process called "swedging." This is where the tube of that key (which rotates around the rod) is pulled/stretched out slightly to make the gap between posts smaller. This requires a special tool and someone who has done this before.

My recommendation is to go to the next closest area that has a technician who can help.

...............Paul Aviles

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