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RE: Clarinet Repair

Author: ron b
Date: 2002-07-30 16:30

Gordon - maybe the 'residue' I mentioned earlier is just leftover stuff the WD-40 loosened : Anyway, I agree, I find it inferior to other products for pruposes being discussed here.
Synonymous Botch cautions against open flame around volatile materials. Heed that warning!
To apply heat for this purpose I use what most shops use - a soldering gun. Cut the tip so you have two prongs no longer connected. Smooth the ends with a small fine file or sandpaper so you don't scratch things. You can bend the ends to suit your need. Touch the prongs to the metal part, in this case the threaded post (pillar), which will bridge the missing part of the heating element. It will get hot rather quickly so be attentive. You won't get shocked by touching the open ends but they'll heat rapidly when touching one another or another metal piece.
The soldering gun will also be a nice heating tool for re-padding when you get to that step. (Plan ahead