Holton Tr-180 Slide Spring removal

[Bachsmusic]

Hey forum,

I’ve recently come into possession of a fully original Holton Tr-180 and have seen a few folks mention information about this, but I’d like to ask if anyone may have more specific information.

This is a great horn, and doesn’t need a lot of work, but one thing it definitely needs is the springs to get removed from the slide. I admired the concept of slide springs and had always wanted to try a vintage instrument with this quirk to see how it felt, especially with adjusting pitch on the fly. I see the point, but I just don’t think it is for me.

Does anyone have experience removing these springs without needing to disassemble the slide? I’ve seen examples of conn 88h owners doing similar, with paperclips, but I’d like to see what other info is maybe out there.

Thanks!

[paysonmcc]

I would take it to a tech. When I had the springs removed from my 88h and 72h, my tech was able to remove them in seconds. No need to risk scratching up your trombone. If I remember right you need to replace them with new felts (I don't think any are in there with springs), which is also easy for a good tech.

I never knew Holton had springs in their slides. My 169 didn't have any at least.