Edison Governor Pad Question

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phonojim
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Edison Governor Pad Question

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I need to change worn out governor pads in my Edison Triumph D2. According to what I can determine, the pads seem to be made of a dense, hard felt rather than leather as on Victor machines. I have some thick felt, but it is soft, more like turntable felt. I have no idea where to get this type of felt and would appreciate any suggestions as to where to find it.

Jim

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rizbone
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Re: Edison Governor Pad Question

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You might go buy felt floor protectors at the hardware store and cut one down to size.

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You could check with a piano repairman- pianos are full of all kinds of felts.

phonojim
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Re: Edison Governor Pad Question

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Thank you! I think piano hammer felt might be just right for what I need. I'll look around for some.

Jim

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Brad
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Re: Edison Governor Pad Question

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Jim,

I am sure Eric felt you would take the right advice. :lol:

(sorry, it was a easy shot, and I had to take it ;) )

Let us know how it works out
Why do we need signatures when we are on a first avatar basis?

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bob27556
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You can also use a thick felt guitar pick.

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