Tom Cole wrote: > I think a good case could be made for using a sleeve. Not the metal > kind, which gives a poor feel, but a piece of 150 or 180 grit sandpaper, > used with the abrasive side out. I've never seen a metal sleeve that worked. Sandpaper increases pin torque only margainally, in my experience, and doesn't always stay put during installation. If a shim really is indicated, I prefer walnut veneer about 3/16" wide. Plenty of torque, nice feel. Thank you, Fred Drasche. Carl
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