Spit Valve Screw Loose! Help!

trumpeternick · Posted: Sat Nov 15, 2003 5:02 pm Post subject:

I started loosening the screw on my spit valve to take it off and clean it, and I soon realized I couldnt tighten the screw back. If I try to turn the screw right to tighten it, since the key is already pressedagainst the tuning slide it won't turn. The key is still stable and airtight, but I don't want my screw loose. I thought maybe I could take it all the way out, and screw it in on the other side. I just dont want it to fall out, and definetly not during a gig or something. What can I do??

DavesTrumpet · Posted: Sat Nov 15, 2003 6:53 pm Post subject:

What kind of horn? I doubt very seriously you'll be able to reverse it - put it coming through from the other side. They just don't work that way unless they're a pin type (with no threads).

I don't quite follow you. If the screw is backed out, it really should be tightened back into position. It may take some trying to get it just right. Try hold down on the waterkey itself, pressing it inward towards the slide crook while you screw the screw in and see if that doesn't help. If all else fails, take it to a repair shop. They'll probably handle it for you free of charge.

Dave M

trumpeternick · Posted: Sun Nov 16, 2003 2:18 pm Post subject:

OK, I messed with it, got it tightened just fine. Nothing's broke. Horn sounds fine. Thanks for the reply. Sorry for flipping out.

thelurker · Veteran Member Joined: 04 Aug 2003 Posts: 257

there is a valve for spit? when did they add this to horns? do you spit into your horn?

dmb · Posted: Sun Nov 16, 2003 3:16 pm Post subject:

I don't spit in my horn, but I've drooled on it.

dmb
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