Replacing Bass Strings

[JIMRPT@AOL.COM]

In a message dated 6/27/01 11:31:32 PM, edwithen@oregontrail.net writes:

<< I would like to be able to replace the felt under the front duplex section 
which would require having all the strings off at the same time.  Would this 
be safe?  Putting the harp in danger of cracking is NOT an option.  What say 
ye??? >>

ED;
 This should present no problems. If you don't feel comfortable with doing it 
while the tenor/treble is at tension........... back off on those sections a 
tad....while it isn't needful it might make you much more comfortable and 
just will require a pitch raise.
Jim Bryant (FL)