Restringing

[Pianogreig@AOL.COM]

I agree that GC makes beautifully musical sounding bass strings. The number 
is 416-755-7109.  Be aware that these strings are wound opposite to American 
bass strings.  This is important when twisting a full turn in the direction 
of the winding before installing.

If this restringing job is a baby you probably won't encounter plate flange 
wedges but look at the bass/tenor flange (& others as well) to see if there 
is a wedge - if there is it may well fall out of place when the tension is 
let down.  You can tape it in place to keep it there - if it already seems 
loose it might need further tapping in.

You'll also want to tighten all plate bolts/screws with the tension down.  
Also when turning out the old pins don't do it high speed as that will burn 
the wood and cause jumping pins; touching the threads of the pins will have 
the same effect - use the chalk dust that they are packed in to keep your 
fingers dry.

Have fun!!!

Bruce Greig, RPT, NYC