Restringing

[David ilvedson]

I would tend to go with what was designed in the piano.  
Emory cloth will make the smallest change.  We don't want to 
flatten it out though.  String grooves usually not very deep.  It 
seems to me that a sharper capo means less surface area to 
take the pressure of the string and possibly more cutting into 
the capo.

David I.

Date sent:      	Sat, 12 Feb 2000 09:24:11 +0100
From:           	Richard Brekne <richardb@c2i.net>
To:             	pianotech@ptg.org
Subject:        	Re: Restringing
Send reply to:  	pianotech@ptg.org

> 
> 
> David ilvedson wrote:
> 
> > I typically use emory cloth to smooth out capo bars.  I have
> > used files and wonder if they are necessary?  Deeply grooved
> > capos would be a reason, but useally the cuts are minor...
> >
> > David I.
> >
> 
> It kinda depends on what profile you are after. If you aggree with some of the
> fellows on this list, an emory cloth should be just the thing as you are going for
> a nice fat round shape.
> 
> I personally remain unconvinced that this is the best profile in every situation.
> In cases where you want a thin and sharp profile, emory cloth might be a be more
> difficult to use. A file works great to create this shape.
> 
> As far as whats best... thats another discussion, and there are plenty of folks on
> both sides of that fence.. grin.
> 
> Richard Brekne
> Associate PTG, N.P.T.F.
> Bergen, Norway
> 
> 
> 


David Ilvedson, RPT
Pacifica, CA
ilvey@jps.net