Can I use a wire tensioner instead of the felt pads.
Answer: We sell wire tensioners and the MTCS model covers the wire range for most common wire sizes used on pickups.
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Coil Winder Tensioner
Replacing the felt pads for the pulley kit is recommended if using a tensioner.
The pulley can be left to free wheel or a extra washer can be placed the bold head side to fix the wheel in place and let the wire slip over the Porcelain on the wheel.