Steinway Fallboard Hinge Noise

[Ed Sutton]

I read somewhere (this list?) the suggestion to lubricate the hinges with 
linseed oil.  It will oxidize, thicken, and stop hinge buzzes.
You can try it first!
Ed Sutton

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>From: John Minor <jminor@uiuc.edu>
>To: <caut@ptg.org>
>Subject: Steinway Fallboard Hinge Noise
>Date: Tue, Nov 26, 2002, 1:20 PM
>

> I've had noises coming from fallboard (KEYLID, according to S&S
> nomenclature) hinges on Steinway B's and D's off and on for a number of
> years and would like to hear any time-tested remedies or suggestions. On
> one instrument I've simply resorted to completely removing the hinge and
> narrow board on the front of the fallboards to eliminate the problem, but
> it just doesn't look right!
>
>
> Thanks!
>
> John Minor
> University of Illinois
>
> PS. Does anyone know why they made the hinged fallboard in the first
> place? When did this start? I know our older S&S's don't have them. I'm
> guessing more efficient manufacturing method.
>
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