CA pinblock tightening

Avery Todd atodd@UH.EDU
Fri, 29 May 1998 08:39:59 -0500 (CDT)


Tim,

   I'm sending you a LOT of stuff that I've compiled. It'll be in two posts
because it's so large. If you have any trouble getting all of it, let me
know and I'll break it down some more.

Avery

>Well, I just looked at a piano today that I think is the perfect
>candidate.  1914 LeSage upright.  There's no money for a good piano, and
>the present one has generally loose pins with a few that will turn under
>the weight of the tuning hammer.  I haven't done the procedure before,
>and I would appreciate any advice from those who have done such repairs
>successfully.  I would particularly appreciate realistic time estimates
>and any helpful tips on technique, or favo(u)rite brands/viscosities
>(especially on brands available in Canada).
>
>If you feel the list has seen all it needs of the topic, please post
>privately.  All advice gratefully accepted.
>
>Thanx
>
>Tim Keenan
>Terrace, BC





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