In a message dated 11/12/99 4:01:45 AM Pacific Standard Time, nlm@csu.cted.net writes: << A cloth buffing wheel will take off burrs? >> No, a buffing wheel will not take off the burrs I believe you are talking about. For those not familiar with this, there is sometimes an actual 'ridge' around the outer edge of some capstans. Many of these also have a small, sometimes rather sharp bump in the middle of the capstan. A buffing wheel will merely smooth the edges when what you really want to do is remove the ridge and bump completely. As I posted in an earlier letter, I've found the most efficient method is to use what is commonly referred to as a deburring wheel made by 3M (and probably others). After removing the ridge and bump, follow up with the buffing wheel. You will notice a marked improvement in the touch and responsiveness of the action not to mention the elimination of the cause of excessive wear of the wippen cloth! Hope this elaboration helps out! Take care, Brian De Tar, RPT Positively DeFined BDeTar@aol.com No obstacles ... only opportunities! and: The more profound your dreams, The more profound your realities!
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