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Hey Everybody!
Just finished cleaning/oiling and replacing the drawstring on a 1930's Royal portable typewriter. Everything is working great, but the platen is a bit hard. It looks good but it makes a lot of noise. Is there a good way to restore it to it's original supple state? I've heard of putting DOT3 brake fluid on it but that sounds like something that could damage it. Help please!
Just finished cleaning/oiling and replacing the drawstring on a 1930's Royal portable typewriter. Everything is working great, but the platen is a bit hard. It looks good but it makes a lot of noise. Is there a good way to restore it to it's original supple state? I've heard of putting DOT3 brake fluid on it but that sounds like something that could damage it. Help please!