Sho Bud Volume pedal problem.

[Frode Bjoernstad]

Does this look right to you guys? My Sho Bud volume pedal works great for a set or two or so, but usually start to slip after that and after a while the volume at full action gets lower and lower after each step forward. I have to carry a backup volume pedal at gigs. Is there any idiotproof ways to set these old pedals up?

[Dan Beller-McKenna]

Frode,

Having just restrung my Goodrich pedal, which is pretty much the same layout, I'd suggest consulting this diagram:

http://www.scottysmusic.com/goodrichstring.htm

Looks from this like you should not wrap the string around the barrel on the left before it goes around the set screw: bring it straight to the set screw, then twice around the right end of the barrel.

Hope that helps,

Dan

[Donny Hinson]

Are you using monofilament fishing line?

Braided polyester cord (like a round shoestring) works far better, and is not inclined to slip like the solid plastic you're using. Remember to wax it to make it last longer.