Key Bushing Cauls
Key Bushing Cauls
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Description
What's Included
Keypins
FAQ
Description
Key Bushing Cauls to replace worn or missing felt in Wurlitzer and Rhodes pianos
Offered in 5 piece kits for small jobs or 40 piece kits for larger repairs
Refer to the guide in the Keypins tab to select the correct size for your keypins
PVC-E Glue is recommended for use. Purchase Here
What's Included
• 5 Key Bushing Cauls in either size with 10" of key bushing felt
Or
• Wurlitzer Kit: 20 .137" Key Bushing Cauls, 20 .146" Key Bushing Cauls and 66" of Key Bushing Felt
Or
• Rhodes Kit: 40 .146" Key Bushing Cauls and 88" of Key Bushing Felt for Rhodes 73/88 note Pianos
Note: Wurlitzer Electric Pianos require two different sized cauls for the Front Rail and Balance Rail pins. Please refer to the Keypins tab for sizes.
Keypins
Wurlitzer Electric piano Front Rail pins: .137"
Wurlitzer Electric piano Balance Rail pins .146"
Rhodes piano Front Rail pins: .146"
Rhodes piano Balance Rail pins: .146"
FAQ
How do I tighten key bushings?
There are a few options to try when trying to tighten up loose keys.
Note: Option 1 only applies to Front Rail Pins
1. The quickest and easiest way for keys that aren't too bad is to turn the key pin with a key pin tool or a pair of pliers that do not have serrated teeth or grips on them. You do not want to affect the smoothness of the pin. Turn the pin just enough that the pin fills the felt bushing resulting in less side to side movement of the key. Test the keys free movement by lifting the hammer, the front of the key should freely drop down on its own weight.
2. You can try steaming the bushing and surrounding wood, this may swell the wood resulting in a tighter fit. Keep in mind you do not want steam so much that the felt falls out.
3. Lastly, you can re felt the bushing. Chances are that the old felt is thin, worn and old. Vintage Vibe sell a kit specifically for re bushing keys.