>> Not sure if this has come up at all in the few years that I've subscribed = to the list, but I'll give it a go anyway. My horn is a fairly used Conn = 8D, but I have a problem with the third valve slides. On the F side, the = slide has become slightly twisted, and when I go to pull it off to snake = it and grease it it rubs against the beginning of the bell (if you don't = understand this let me know and I'll get a picture). On the Bb side, the = slide is from a completely different horn and doesn't go in all the way = (again, I can get a picture, not sure if I'm explaining properly). My = question is, should I try to find matching parts, or wait until I have = saved enough money for a new horn? <<
If you like this horn, it's well worth having the parts fixed. The problem with your F side slide is a very common one, and is usually caused by 2 factors: constantly pulling the slide at an odd angle, and leaning forward over your horn to access the music on the stand. This can usually be remedied with proper application of heat and pressure. It's not a difficult fix. The Bb slide should be either modified or replaced. It's not likely the cost to fix this is more than it's worth, especially if you like the horn otherwise. -- Regards, Dave Weiner Brass Arts Unlimited _______________________________________________ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
