At 11:20 PM 2/13/98 -0600, Richard wrote: >So I am wondering if anyone else uses Protek on centers, and how do >you like or dislike it? Does it last longer than say two years? I use Protek CLP on tight centres as well as for other purposes. On badly verdigrised centres such as those on an old Chickering grand I look after I reapply it every couple of years. The elderly owner of that instrument isn't prepared to replace all the parts, even though it needs it. On that action I tried almost everything before I started using Protek on it. At least it's playable now and treating it is inexpensive and quick. I might add I've also used it to stop squeeks in key bushings and balance holes as well as squeeks from the capstans on verticals. I do not know yet if that fix is "permanent", but at least it helps. A couple of months ago I ran into a cheap Canadian piano where every centrepin was tight and needless to say, the instrument was unplayable. A single protek treatment worked wonders on it instantly. We'll see how well that one works over the long run, and I'll report on it if it starts to stick again if anyone's interested in it. I still use alcohol and water to shrink bushings if I have the time or the centres are WAY too tight, but Protek seems to work extremely well on those centres that are borderline tight or contaminated, especially if the piano owner is on a tight budget. John John Musselwhite, RPT - Calgary, Alberta Canada musselj@cadvision.com - http://www.cadvision.com/musselj/
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