<html> At 04:48 PM 11/20/00 -0700, you wrote: <blockquote type=cite cite>Dear list: This is to solicit opinions on several  processes sometimes used in "reconditioning" a grand action. 1. What is the efficacy and/or  effectivenss in brushing (vigorously) the whippen heel cushion</blockquote> The only thing that this probably achieves is opening up the wool fibres to accept teflon powder. <blockquote type=cite cite>2. What is the relative effectiveness  of bolstering knuckles with yarn, vice knucle replacement</blockquote> You have a choice in knuckle size if you replace them (i.e. Renner small or regular).  Bolstering knuckles could be a viable choice if the larger size was correct in the first place.  <blockquote type=cite cite>3. What, if any, is the "rule of thumb"  in determining the limits of reshapability of badly worn  hammers</blockquote> Sound and regulation-ability.  If the hammers are worn enough so as to render regulation attempts fairly useless, then replace them.  If you can regulate the action and they sound good, keep them. <blockquote type=cite cite> Any thoughts, opinions, etc. would be  most welcomed. Thank you, Robin  Blankenship -</blockquote> Vinny <<a href="mailto:vince@byu.edu" eudora="autourl">mailto:vince@byu.edu</a>> I heard on the radio just a bit ago that Vice President Gore issued a statement in which he said that he regrets ever having invented the electoral college . . . . .</html>