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Author: jhoyla
Date: 2010-10-21 16:59
Are you sure that it is stiffness, and not that the tenon is too long for the socket? I would measure them both with a vernier calliper, before trying to force them together. Also check that the cork does not ride up and form a ridge against the wooden edge of the tenon.
Warm only the socket-side in your hands for at least a minute before you try and assemble - perhaps if the metal expands a fraction, the tenon will go in easily.
Also, try lanolin, it may help get the cork really silky smooth.
J.
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bobsyouroboe |
2010-10-21 14:51 |
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jhoyla |
2010-10-21 16:59 |
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