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G-MAN · 09-18-2006, 08:11 PM

My LA Benge has developed a case of red rot in the lead pipe and the tuning slide. Is red rot traditionally found in these locations or can I expect it to be found or starting in other parts of the horn. I am trying to make a decision if I should be buying a new horn or having the parts replaced on this horn. I have had this since new(1974) so it is a tough decision. I am concerned that it will not play the same and if I do these repairs can I expect to replace more parts of the horn down the road due to additional red rot. Any advice on this would be appreciated.

09-18-2006, 08:11 PM	#1 (permalink)
G-MAN New Friend Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: North Vancouver Posts: 22	Red Rot My LA Benge has developed a case of red rot in the lead pipe and the tuning slide. Is red rot traditionally found in these locations or can I expect it to be found or starting in other parts of the horn. I am trying to make a decision if I should be buying a new horn or having the parts replaced on this horn. I have had this since new(1974) so it is a tough decision. I am concerned that it will not play the same and if I do these repairs can I expect to replace more parts of the horn down the road due to additional red rot. Any advice on this would be appreciated. __________________ Gary 1974 Benge 3X MLP 1976 Getzen Eterna Fluegelhorn 2007 Yamaha YTR6810S Piccolo