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Using hook type reed lifter 3 months, 3 weeks ago #5786

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Hello friends.I have had luck using a slip type reed lifter made from thin feeler gauge to lift inside reeds.I have the hook type ,but I just cant figure out how to use it properly.Can someone give me the skinny on it?
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Re: Using hook type reed lifter 3 months, 3 weeks ago #5790

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1...slip the reed lifter under the outer reed and push it back out of the way. I use a narrow lifter (feeler guage) for this.
2...insert the hook/maneuver the point down and twist it a bit over and under the inside reed and lift it up towards you and at the same time slide the reed lifter over to hold the valve up so you can work on it. Getting the hook back out can be tricky on smaller reeds so you need to be careful and not mar the inside edges of the aluminum reed plate. You should have at least 2 hooks, one with a 1/4" wide hook and one about 1/2" wide
It`s an awkward process but after some practice you will begin to get the hang of it.
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Re: Using hook type reed lifter 3 months, 2 weeks ago #5795

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I completly understand your description.I,ll give it a try on some junkers..I have made several slips that work just fine and maybe less risk of damaging the inner reed leather or marking the plate edges.Thanks for the help..
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