Dear List: I came across a situation the other day which I have not encountered before. I went to tune a 1910 or so Heintzman full-size upright (or vertical as you Americans say) and found both of the end action brackets broken off below where they attach to the action. The top parts were still attached to the bolts, and the owner had no idea how it got that way. I am presuming it was due to an end-on impact during moving. (The bottom bits were still in situ). It hadn't been tuned for a long time (several years) and the previous tuner hadn't noticed (or commented on it). I wonder what advice you might have as to the best repair. My first inclination was brazing, but I thought that epoxy might be easier and safer. I haven't used epoxy for such a repair before, but I think that the rough crystalline surface of the broken cast metal might allow it to work satisfactorily. All suggestions gratefully accepted--especially from those who have successfully completed such a repair and had it last! Thanks for all replies. Tim Keenan Noteworthy Piano Service Terrace, BC
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