[Harp-L] Overhauling Echo Harps (need help)



List,
I have 2 old Echo Harps that were in a flood. They still work enough to try salvaging. I have taken 1 apart and it was no easy job. The comb is very delicate but in surprisingly decent shape. They taste like mud / dirt. 1) I have 2 chipped wood pieces - comb. I have the 2 chips. What glue should I use?
2) The covers have some pretty bad rust spots on the inside. How do I clean / de-rust ?
3) Any suggestions on the nails? Should I try to use a tiny bit of glue for reassembly and what kind? Should I try to clean all the nails?
When I clean plates, I use Bar Keepers Friend, however there is some rusty places like on some reed rivets. Any suggestions on special cleaning?
Any advise will be appreciated. I dont think I will try to seal the wood since I dont use these harps very much. At $120 a pop I feel like it will be worth the time. I will start cleaning and reassembly tomorrow.
Thanks in advance,Buck  		 	   		  


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