Flexy S&S D Keys

[Ron Nossaman]

> I have an associate that has a 1970s S&S D with too much key flex. I 
> have no direct experience with this, but I am aware of the situation and 
> that some folks have had success by beefing up the keys. I believe I 
> believe the most popular patch is to install extra-long hardwood key 
> buttons. Is that the best fix? I wouldn't want to do that task. 
> Where/who is the best place to send keys to for the recommended fix?
>  
> Thanks.
>  
> Terry Farrell

De-accelerating the action and adding a shoe, adding a top 
plate, extra long buttons, or all of the above. Before 
changing much on top of the key, do a reality check with the 
fall board for appropriate clearances.

Ron N
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