Mpc measuring device
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I have one I got from some place Mojo recommended in the US. I bought it recently on a whim, it's brand new unused. If you want it let me know, It wasn't very expensive but I did have a long wait.
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Why not get a feeler gauge from an auto parts store? It's cheap and easy to use, not to mention readily available.
Why not get a feeler gauge from an auto parts store? It's cheap and easy to use, not to mention readily available.
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You can contact Fowler Music to see if they have any in stock.
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Auto feeler guages work fine.
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Nice thought, but they do not give an accurate reading. You need to stack a bunch of them. It does not tak much to be off by .010".AddictedToSax said:
The Fowler gage is good. But he may not be selling them anymore. Any Machinist could make you something similar. The dial gage Fowler uses is usually from Harbor Freight. The metal parts are custom made.
You can use a set of (inside) calipers to measure the distance between the tip and a a flat piece of glass or metal held against the table. Digital calipers are easier to read. There are some inexpensive ones at Micro-Mark.
There are some other do-it-yourself gages shown in the photo area of the Mouthpiece Work Yahoo Group site.
I use a Machinist's depth gage with a 6" base. The standard 4" long base is too short.
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When taking the readings, please be careful to not chip or scratch the mouthpiece tip.
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