In a message dated 96-09-12 19:36:08 EDT, you write: > So, I went back in, because I was curious, removed the fallboard and > sure enough, the pinblock was metal. The tuning pins were sticking > out underneath and were split. A long wedge was driven into this > split, kind of like an axe handle wedge, and was about .5" long. > Looking back at the tuning pin area, I saw that there were no screws > going through the plate. Hmmm, interesting. > > It is a Wurlitzer baby grand, # 110716 (I think, pencil numbers on > the front of keyframe) and has 6 legs. Should stand up better, also. > > Anybody know about these? Hi Ken, Yes, I've worked on one of these. I was just as shocked as you were and worried about tuning and stability. I had to restring the piano because of rust, and you can bet I re-used the same tuning pins! A bit of a tricky job but it turned out just fine, and the tuning is very stable even several years later ( I tune it about once a year). Bill Springer, RPT Honolulu
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