Hi Paul,
Remove all the old bushings with small tools. Do not try to drill
them out or you will enlarge the hole.
Find a drill bit that will drill the same size hole and then cut a
piece of medium or thin key bushing cloth to three times the diameter of
the drill. Cut a point at one end and pull the cloth to it's far end
and trim both sides with a very sharp razor blade.
Continue on until finished.
No need to use glue, the wood fibers will hold the bushings in place if
you are careful when replacing the dampers.
Take a large box and punch seventy some odd holes in it to hold the
dampers in order. Number them if you feel the need.
Check the dampers for hardness, especially the bass.
If you have other questions please contact me.
Newton
nhunt@jagat.com
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