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Author: moolatte
Date: 2009-11-09 23:24
I got something I need help with. I just ordered a Bundy. It came in the mail today.
I don't like the E/B lever's range. It barely goes down. It feels weird and gives me mental anguish just pressing it and it not be as fluid as my usual clarinet's E/B lever.
What's causing it? How can I fix it?
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Author: kdk ★2017
Date: 2009-11-09 23:36
Maybe the key is bent? This is really pretty much a non-starter for anyone who isn't actually able to see the instrument.
Karl
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Author: tictactux ★2017
Date: 2009-11-10 00:19
Sometimes the two pin screws that hold the rod are fastened too much and the rod is binding. Plus, there may be a piece of (silencing) cork have gone astray and now obstructs the lever's range.
You don't say whether it's the E/B on either side, or just eg the LH lever that worries you.
A photo might help, with red arrows pointing to where it hurts. Else remote diagnoses are next to impossible.
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Ben
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Author: moolatte
Date: 2009-11-10 02:45
Well... I specified the E/B lever, not key. I generally say lever when I'm referring to the LH E/B, and refer to the RH E/B as a key.
I did some leak checking, and there's a leak in the Eb/Ab key pad, E/B pad, and C#/F# pad.
What screws do I need to tighten/loosen?
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Author: pewd
Date: 2009-11-10 05:02
pad height wrong, key cork thickness off, bent key, several other possiblities. we'd have to see it to tell. too bad you're on the wrong end of the state, i fix stuff like this all the time. drive to dallas, lol, or , take it to a local repair tech.
- Paul Dods
Dallas, Texas
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Author: clarnibass
Date: 2009-11-10 07:25
>> What screws do I need to tighten/loosen? <<
I will avoid the sarcastic reply... 
There are exceptions (e.g. headless screws), but generally all screws need to be tightened all the way. If they cause a key to bind when tightened there is a problem. Loosening them can be a band aid but really better to deal with the problem.
But this is most likely a different issue than the leaking pads. These need to be adjusted or possible replaced and adjusted.
The issue of the E/B lever moving very little is probably another different one. Maybe the key is bent to low, etc. Not exactly possible to know without seeing it or a much more detailed explanation.
It is best to bring the clarinet to a good repairer.
Post Edited (2009-11-10 07:27)
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