---------------------- multipart/alternative attachment In a message dated 4/7/01 1:29:00 PM Central Daylight Time, draine@mediaone.net writes: > Wim replied: > > >> >> >> > > > >> It would seem to me that >> there shouldn't be any real damage to the piano > > > > OK, I admit my reply was rather flip, BUT: > it is certainly possible that this over heating may have baked away what > little torque remained in the pinblock; likewise soundboard cracks and rib > separations are also well within the realm of possibility. The > soundboard/rib damage may not be fully apparent until after a full cycle of > wet/dry seasons. Glue joints within the action are also vulnerable. > Inspect things carefully, with the caveat that more problems may become > apparent in time. > > > Patrick > > > Actually, Pat, you have a very valid point. The problems might not be related to just the heat being left on. The fire several years ago probably also did some damage that is not totally recognizable at first. I think you are right at that it is time to evaluate the piano, and perhaps consider total restoration, if not replacement. Willem ---------------------- multipart/alternative attachment An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: https://www.moypiano.com/ptg/pianotech.php/attachments/c1/1f/80/b7/attachment.htm ---------------------- multipart/alternative attachment--
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