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WTB 6 1/2 inch bell tenon

Posted: Tue Jan 31, 2017 1:01 am
by edsel585960
I'm looking for a 6 1/2 inch bell tenon. Working on making an upright bell for my Olds 98. Let me know what you have. thanks, Dan :)

Re: WTB 6 1/2 inch bell tenon

Posted: Tue Jan 31, 2017 10:55 am
by Dan Schultz
I'm pretty sure you'll find that the tenon you are seeking actually measures 6.585" dia. It's the same size as the Reynolds and Olds sousaphone bell tenons.

Hard to find without actually buying a scrap sousa.

Re: WTB 6 1/2 inch bell tenon

Posted: Wed Feb 01, 2017 1:14 am
by edsel585960
Dan Schultz wrote:I'm pretty sure you'll find that the tenon you are seeking actually measures 6.585" dia. It's the same size as the Reynolds and Olds sousaphone bell tenons.

Hard to find without actually buying a scrap sousa.
Thanks for the info Dan. I'll keep my eyes peeled for a beat to #@$% Olds sousy. :tuba:

Re: WTB 6 1/2 inch bell tenon

Posted: Thu Feb 02, 2017 10:29 am
by saxophyte
I have one