Leather reed valve curled - can it be relaxed/straightened?

[JerryPH]

Yes, those are available there... but they're not generally cheap.

 

[boxplayer4000]

I've had some success with curled valves by removing them, cleaning/removing old glue etc, applying some leather restorer liquid then ironing them with a not too hot setting which hopefully goes some way in setting the fibres of the leathers back to their original straight orientation. (Don't know if 'fibres' is the right word). I haven't done this on an accordion which I own or where I can open it up after a period to inspect it. I suspect it is a temporary solution (where 'temporary' is a flexible word) but it may help those who can't easily access a proper repairman.

 

[colinm]

Ohhhhhh! The cover is see-through! So you basically replace the treble side with a little window that lets you peek at what’s happening. That sounds like a great idea. Any guidance where to get the persepex/plexi/lexan? I imagine you could get it at one of the large home improvement stores, yes?

Ebay

 

[colinm]

Ebay

Should cost about$5

 

[AlicePalace]

Should cost about$5

Thank you!

 

[Dingo40]

Try Google ( "Perspex for sale near me").
I've purchased Perspex for various small jobs from a fibreglass boat maker near me all cut to size as I need it.

 

[Tom]

How about just plain clear plastic wrap that comes on a roll and you use it to cover a bowl of leftover cranberry sauce or smoked cod?

 

[colinm]

How about just plain clear plastic wrap that comes on a roll and you use it to cover a bowl of leftover cranberry sauce or smoked cod?

Good idea