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Re: G and A Pads

Author: Bob Bernardo
Date: 2017-01-13 19:57

Call them, JJ Smith, ask for the tech dept. I'm sure it's 10mm's. I'd put a cork pad on the register key. I would probably use the green Valentino pads; these are more expensive pads, but well worth it. Also they come in different thicknesses. Get the medium ones.

I like the service better there. 800 659-6073 I think. Look them up to be sure. They carry an assortment of pads from poor quality to leather pads, and even cork pads which are decent, Some cork pads are too hard and clank when they hit the key holes. Often I make my own cork pads from really soft cork from wine bottles. It's the best type to use, but they can have a lot of holes in them. If you are daring use cork pads on the upper register. Be patient. Buy some nail files and 1000 grit sandpaper to even out the pads when you try to seal them. If done correctly you will get a one minute seal when you lift your finger off the keys and you will hear that pop. You won't have to replace the pads for 10 to 20 years, if you use softer cork such as from JJ Smith. Some of the pads may take an hour to do. Each cork pad sadly has to be cut and shaped to each key. You also need razor blades to cut every cork pad to size. 3 or 4 will be plenty. They can get dull and tear the cork.

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Post Edited (2017-01-16 08:47)

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