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Hey guys, a newbie here and reviewing posts it is clear this is a community of experts. My son's Privia 350M has one key that is stuck in place and would not move down. After some research I figured the hammer has come off of the slot in the key. As it was my first time opening a musical instrument up, I was apprehensive, but was able to get the keyboard removed (after ~50 screws and disconnecting the 3 wires from the harness). This is one of the complex disassembly/ assembly I have done. Got to the hammer and it was out of the slot and had to push it to click in place on the plastic white part that is integrated/ attached to the metal hammer. Also the rubber end the hooks into the lot in the key was twisted around and had to straighten it. Got it all assembled back and my son played it, it was ok for a little bit, but now the same key is having some problems again. It is now making loud clicking noise and have to push the key hard for it to play. Plus the action is not smooth either. With that context a few questions: I am guessing the hammer and the attached part have separated out again. It is ok to remove the hammer and super glue the plastic part on the hammer and the metal hammer together? If I replace the entire hammer would it solve the problem? If I buy a new hammer, would it come with the plastic part attached to it? Are hammers for all the keys same or should I buy a hammer specific to the key? What is a good online store to buy the hammer? What does the rubber part attached to the end of the hammer that goes into the slot in the key do? Thanks in advance for your help guys. I am dreading, but also looking forward to the intricate repair of the keyboard again. It is challenging, but am getting quite a kick out of the repair. I am handy with tools and repair, and somewhat know my way around general repairs, but this little sucker made me sweat!! Ciao Mel.