Libertad
25 posts
Jan 30, 2012
1:47 PM
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I am currently customising a couple of Marine Band harps. I have ordered combs from the States, but need a supply of cover plate bolts. I like the Suzuki type. Does anyone know of a source in the UK? As I plan on doing more of this in the future any contacts for customising parts in the UK would be appreciated.
Thanks Martin
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harmonicanick
1438 posts
Jan 30, 2012
2:50 PM
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e mail to:
slimlinehenry@gmail.com
www.henryslim.co.uk
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Epworthslim
48 posts
Jan 30, 2012
4:22 PM
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suzuki coverplate bolts are very similar to the seydel ones with the suzukis being just slightley fatter screw heads. you can order them directly from seydel but be aware the shipping will cost more than the parts. I can get you some when i place my next order if you like. email me at slim@slimscustomcases.com if you have not already sourced some.
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HenrySlim
7 posts
Jan 30, 2012
4:46 PM
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I just use regular stainless steel nuts & bolts for the cover plates when rebuilding marine bands.
I get mine from an ebay seller called 'boltmeup':
http://tinyurl.com/79jmks3
And the corresponding nuts:
http://tinyurl.com/7fzqhru
But if you've got your heart set on the Suzuki screws, my fellow Slim up there can help you out. : )
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Baker
207 posts
Jan 31, 2012
2:23 AM
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I use Hohner MS series cover plate bolts on my Marine Bands, which I order straight from Hohner. I also order other parts from them as well so the shipping doesn't work out as bad. Might be a bit much just for the bolts.
You can find their online shop here: http://www.hohner-cshop.eu/en/home/
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Libertad
26 posts
Jan 31, 2012
12:19 PM
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Thanks to everyone for their help. Have now placed a couple of orders. Really looking forward to getting going.... Watch this space!
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Libertad
29 posts
Feb 02, 2012
12:58 AM
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Sorry another quick question. Do you use M2 bolts inside the harp to fasten the reed plates to the comb or do you use something smaller? If its different where do you get them from. Thanks again for your help.
Martin
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Baker
208 posts
Feb 02, 2012
2:17 AM
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I used to buy my parts form here (http://www.harponline.de/) but they have closed down. They used to sell some great M2 bolts with allen key sockets. I never found anywhere else that sells them.
I now use the reed plate screws from Marine Band Deluxe, which I also order from Hohner.
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MrVerylongusername
2175 posts
Feb 02, 2012
2:41 AM
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I can get M2 bolts with Allan key heads from my local model shop (model railways, remote control cars etc...)
Anything smaller I've had to get online.
I've used M1.6 for reedplates.
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jiceblues
67 posts
Feb 02, 2012
3:05 AM
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I order all my spare parts at HOHNER C SHOP . It's a little bit expensive , but good quality .
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Libertad
30 posts
Feb 02, 2012
11:52 AM
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The question is: what size DIAMETER are the reed plate screws, are they M2 the same as the cover plate or are they smaller? Thanks
In the UK for stainless allen key headed bolts check this link on eBay
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/m2-x-10-stainless-socket-cap-screw-allen-bolts-x-20-/260561986727?pt=UK_DIY_Material_Nails_Fixing_MJ&hash=item3caab464a7#ht_999wt_689
Last Edited by on Feb 02, 2012 2:30 PM
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MP
1994 posts
Feb 02, 2012
12:28 PM
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smaller, as a general rule- than cover plate screws. 080 is a good choice.
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MP
doctor of semiotics and reed replacement.
"making the world a better place, one harmonica at a time"
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