Removing key bushings - an observation

[Paul McCloud]

Doug:
    I just did a keybushing job, and I have done exactly as you have,
and come to the same conclusion.  I think that the excess water on the
caul, turning into steam helps loosen the old bushing, and keeps the
cloth from sticking to the caul.  I have used a damp cloth and iron over
the old bushings, but I don't like wetting the whole key in the
process.  A steamer with a hose is something I'll be likely to get in
the future for this job.
    Paul McCloud