{"product_id":"minstrel-vordere-standard-maiden","title":"Minstrel Front Standard Maiden","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe front maiden on the Ashford Minstrel supports the flyer from the front and houses the front orifice bearing. This structural component keeps the flyer running smoothly and in precise alignment. A cracked, warped, or damaged front maiden should be replaced promptly to protect the flyer bearings and maintain smooth spinning.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eThe Maiden: Structural Heart of the Flyer Assembly\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWithout a properly seated front maiden, the flyer shaft cannot run true. Even slight misalignment causes uneven wear on the bearings, creates noise and vibration during spinning, and eventually damages the flyer. Replacing the front maiden is a straightforward repair that restores the precision your Minstrel was built with.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I know if my front maiden needs replacing?\u003c\/strong\u003e Signs include wobbling of the flyer during spinning, unusual noise, difficulty adjusting the flyer height, or visible cracks in the wood.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this a difficult repair?\u003c\/strong\u003e No. The front maiden can be replaced without specialist tools. The process involves removing the flyer, unscrewing the old maiden, and fitting the new one.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kromski","offers":[{"title":"Unlackiert","offer_id":62639352021322,"sku":"x-MAIDEN-U","price":15.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Lackiert","offer_id":62639356477770,"sku":"x-MAIDEN-F","price":15.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Walnuss","offer_id":62639356510538,"sku":"x-MAIDEN-WA","price":15.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Mahagoni","offer_id":62639356543306,"sku":"x-MAIDEN-M","price":15.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0961\/4911\/1114\/files\/Kromski_Minstrel-RegularFrontMaiden-Walnut.jpg?v=1783410080","url":"https:\/\/spinningwheelsdirect.com\/products\/kromski-minstrel-front-standard-maiden","provider":"Berliner Spinnräder","version":"1.0","type":"link"}