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Tone hole repair in home?

Author: m1964
Date: 2020-03-17 07:36

Hi,
I have a wooden Evette that needs complete re-pad.

When I took it apart, I noted two small problems (so far…).

Problem #1.
Chipped throat G# tone hole.
The chip is on the "bed" of the tone hole, extending slightly into the inner rim.
It is about 2-3mm wide but not deep, irregular in shape.

Would applying superglue and polishing by hand be appropriate method of repair?

Is there any other way to achieve flat/even surface after repair by superglue?

I looked at the Ferree's tone hole cutters but I do not think it makes an economical sense to buy one since I only fix my own (or friends') instruments. It looks like I would have to buy the cutter and then the center piece/pilot that would be over $60.

I understand that I can try a greenback pad on that key but I would rather have it fixed "right", if possible.

Problem #2.

The post with the round spring, holding the throat G# key, is loose. I tried to bend the spring to make it stiffer, and the post turned counterclockwise.
I used to fix this problem by wrapping a thread over the part that goes into the wood and screwing it back- basically, making the shaft thicker. I also used epoxy glue that would make it impossible to remove the post again.

What is the "proper" method to fix this post?

Thanks a lot.

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