Key Bushing Cauls

[David Skolnik]

Matthew -
The real answer would be: what are the key pin sizes you are about to 
rebush for? At some point, if you're going to do this work, you'll 
have to jump in a little deeper than you think you have to, at the 
particular moment.  Most modern front rail pins are around .147" or 
.146", balance pins either .147" or .160 - .162",  but you would 
first need to decide what system of key bushing (Bushmaster + single 
caul vs. Spurlock double caul) you're more comfortable with.  Unless 
you know someone who has the tools and would be willing to allow you 
to experiment, you'll gather information and advice, but ultimately 
need to take the leap.  Over the long term, you'll use whatever you 
buy, even if it just populates your tool museum.  I've used both, but 
am currently using Spurlock, with many sizes.  Go crazy.  It's only money.

David Skolnik
Hastings on Hudson, NY



At 01:00 PM 7/31/2008, you wrote:
>I would like to order some cauls soon, but I had a question.
>
>I feel I don't need to order every single size/shape of cauls 
>available, and there are many.  So, what would be a good size to 
>begin with, if I were to order only one set?
>
>
>Thanks!
>Matthew
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