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Re: Water Problems

Author: johnt
Date: 2010-03-09 19:05

You probably have dirt or an errant swab thread in one or both holes, which could be wicking water up the hole to the pad. Remove the rod holding the keys, spray the end of a pipe cleaner with either Woodwind-All (Forrests Music) or Favor (supermarket) & ream out the holes, being careful to not touch the backside of the bore with the end of the pipe cleaner. You might be surprised to see how much gunk comes out of the holes. Good idea to do this with the finger holes on the top tube as well & the octave holes. Get yourself an octave insert hole remover from a double reed supply outlet (prices vary so shop around), remove the octave inserts (one at a time!!!) & apply the same treatment to the hole. Soak the metal insert in isopropyl alcohol for a minute or so, then take an old tooth brush & scrub the inserts. Blow out the insert, re-soak for a second or two, wipe dry & spray the insert with the All or Favor. Oil the rods with either ATF or automotive gear oil (not too much). You'll be surprised at how much better the oboe plays after doing this. I go through this procedure each month to every six weeks or so. Moving parts must be attended to, as well as the spots which catch the condensation & concomitant gunk.

Good luck,

john

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