Choosing Parts

Avery Todd atodd@UH.EDU
Mon Jul 29 07:44 MDT 2002


Hi Lance & List,

Thanks for all the suggestions. As soon as I get the hammers in, I'll
be experimenting with the parts kit. I appreciate all the help.

Regards,
Avery

>Hey Avery,
>If you have questions/problems.... Visit the Renner web site and go to the
>section on technicians.  You can call or e-mail Charles Ball at UT.  He's a
>great guy and will help you till you're all set.  He's probably the closest
>to you, too.  He's been great and answers questions for me if I get stumped.
>The kit is a must, try the parts on the action, though.
>
>Be sure the action centers, etc are proper tightness, etc.  Everything
>effects the feel/weight.  I make sure the action centers are close, get rid
>of friction in key bushings, etc.  When you're comparing parts, all things
>have to be equal and consistent in order to truly compare the parts
>themselves.  Bill Spurlock has a great set of touch weights that comes with
>his articles on measuring touch weight (great info).  I keep it in my kit.
>Lance Lafargue, RPT
>Mandeville, LA
>New Orleans Chapter, PTG
>lancelafargue@bellsouth.net
>985.72P.IANO


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