Noisy key inserts

Avery Todd atodd@UH.EDU
Tue, 22 Sep 1998 12:14:50 -0500 (CDT)


Hi Les,

>To Newton's always sage advice, I would add a warning. When it comes to
>rattling keys caused by worn key-bushings, beware a hammer-driven device
>called the "key-bushing tightener".

   I think it's more 'affectionately' known as the "Bush Whacker". :-)

>This drives the two sides of the bush-
>ing closer together by crushing the wood of the key-button and/or bottom
>of the key-front. Take the time and do the job right. Replace the bush-
>ings. It's not that difficult a job.
>
>Les Smith

Regards,
Avery

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