[pianotech] Yamaha Butt Flange Cord Jigs

[Terry Farrell]

Thanks for the pics Joe. You finally learned how to take a clear picture. Excellent. Keep up the good work!

Terry Farrell

On Jan 7, 2013, at 6:58 PM, Joseph Garrett wrote:

> Front and side views of the jig. The pin that the cord goes around is a
> bridge pin. The felt punchings work to keep the cord in place. The cam lock
> is used in other similar jigs and are available from Rockler. The base is
> just a piece of scrap maple. Notice the spacer below the cam lock. I find
> that most of my jigs need that, in one way or another, so I make a bunch
> when I have to make some.<G> Looks kind of fancy, but shouldn't take more
> than a half hour to assemble. The jig is "mounted" in a vise when it's
> used. Hope this prompts others to do this easy job. I do recommend Hot Hide
> Glue, however.<G> (And, NO, it shouldn't "stink" as some have complained
> about! If it's good glue and it is fresh, it has a slight aroma.)
> Best,
> Joe
> 
> Joe Garrett, R.P.T.
> Captain of the Tool Police
> Squares R I
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