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Thread #154588 Message #3627758
Posted By: Will Fly
23-May-14 - 04:40 AM
Thread Name: Friction Pegs That Don't Hold
Subject: RE: Friction Pegs That Don't Hold
I take it you're describing pegs and holes as in a violin.
There may be a number of reasons for peg slippage - the pegs and holes have become worn smooth with age - the pegs have dried and don't quite fit the holes. etc.
You could try:
1. Taking the pegs out and cleaning up both pegs and holes of any grease or dirt
2. Changing the pegs for new ones
3. Checking peg and hole outer and inner profiles - perhaps a little surgery
4. Changing the pegs altogether for light geared ones
I had bone and metal friction pegs on my tenor banjo when I first bought it - changed 'em for geared ones straight away!