key bushings

[David ilvedson]

> From:          Tcoates@aol.com
> Date:          Tue, 8 Jul 1997 14:28:34 -0400 (EDT)
> To:            caut@ptg.org
> Subject:       Re: key bushings
> Reply-to:      caut@ptg.org

Question?  Are you folks ironing to ease the keys?  Are you 
ironing as a regular step in rebushing the keys whether they 
need easing or not?  What does the ironing do?  Why not iron 
first and Protek afterwards?  I know, I ask to many questions!

David ilvedson, RPT
Pacifica, CA 

> 
> In a message dated 7/8/97 6:46:24 AM, you wrote:
> 
> <<I just started using the key-easing iron as sold by
> Pianotek.  It is my practice to lubricate new
> bushings with protek.  Does anyone know if heat
> will affect the protek?  I can either apply the protek
> before or after using the key-easing iron, but would
> rather do it before.  Thanks in advance.
> Vince Mrykalo rpt
> >>
> 
> I usually iron right after installing the bushings.  I've started using
> teflon powder instead of Protek to lubricate.  Teflon seems to work much
> better and last longer.
> 
> Tim Coates
> University of South Dakota
> 
>