Hello Sam: In a message dated 97-02-27 00:46:59 EST, you write: << Very interesting, Mike. I'm just curious now...are you using thin, medium or thick ca? And, are you using the accelerant. About how much glue does it take? I heard from one source about 4oz. Thanks- Sam Grossner, Chicago >>>>>>>>>> I've only used the thin, "red" label glue. The couple of "beaters" on which I used CA took about a half bottle for the bass section alone. I applied it in 3 applications, waiting about 5 minutes between doses. The strings/pins were not removed. That's not necessary if you are careful. Go slow and you won't drip it on the plate. Use a new applicator tip. I've never tried the "long tube in the bottle" tip recommended by someone out there, but it may help in the application. (I believe you can order the tubing when you order the glue). I use the accelerator only to cut down on the smell; not for it's hardening ability. This isn't a cure-all by any means. But it works as well as any option can on those pianos that should be rebuilt but never will be! The "Serendipity Prayer" is quite useful in this circumstance, eh? Stay Tuned! Mike Hoffman, RPT Marquette, MI
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