Permanently Fix a Manhasset Music Stand

Step 4 Securing the Base

Materials [see pic #2]

1. Shaft of Music Stand
---a. Shaft
---b. End-Cap
---c. Tapered Washer
---d. Bolt
2. Base of Music Stand
3. Socket Wrench
4. 17mm socket
5. 5-min Epoxy
6. Epoxy Applicator (or a stick, q-tip, toothpick, etc)

Procedure

1. Mix about one-teaspoon of epoxy (according to directions on container).
2. Using the applicator, apply a liberal amount of epoxy to the threaded side of the shaft (pic #3).
3. Immediately attach the End-Cap.
4. Immediately secure the Base of the music stand using the Tapered Washer and Bolt (pic #1).
5. Use the 17mm socket and wrench to tighten (pic #1).

Note: Use some strength to ensure that the bolt will stay tight. However, too much strength will crack the End-Cap and strip some of the threads. Good luck.