henry
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Post by henry on Dec 27, 2021 22:00:38 GMT -5
 Had to replace a stem here (pearwood pipe). Tenon modification was no problem but as photo shows, the stem face diameter is a bit larger than the pipe shank. My first preference would be to band the shank with something that would minimize the difference. As a last resort I might modify the stem if there is a good method. Anyone done this? |
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Post by Silver on Dec 27, 2021 22:07:09 GMT -5
No photo, but I haven't had to do that yet. Maybe our pipe makers will chime in. I'd like to know, too.
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Post by henry on Dec 27, 2021 22:10:11 GMT -5
No photo, but I haven't had to do that yet. Maybe our pipe makers will chime in. I'd like to know, too. Right click on the issue and open in new tab -- will give you the pic. Awkward. |
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Post by adui on Dec 27, 2021 22:43:28 GMT -5
Really the only thing I can see to do is stem modification. Carefully narrow it with a belt or disc sander and 80-120 grit then polish out. Your idea of a band could work, but IMHO that would require a sleeve on the shank all the way back to the bowl, and more careful fitting. Either way its going to be quite a job.
Just my thoughts.
Honestly, I might just leave it as is if it was mine.
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Post by Silver on Dec 27, 2021 22:53:39 GMT -5
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Post by adui on Dec 27, 2021 23:08:34 GMT -5
Probably the best option really. |
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Post by Legend Lover on Dec 28, 2021 5:57:54 GMT -5
That's what I was thinking too - or get one that is as close as possible and modify THAT. |
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Post by henry on Dec 28, 2021 15:11:54 GMT -5
Yep probably the way I'll go -- thanks all
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