-----Original Message----- From: pianotech-bounces@ptg.org [mailto:pianotech-bounces@ptg.org] On Behalf Of pianolover 88 Sent: Wednesday, August 20, 2003 2:37 PM To: pianotech@ptg.org Subject: RE: "grinnell bros." T. Driscoll Terry Peterson Ok mr Driscoll, slap the cuffs on me! Actually, this wasn't an " Auxiliary damper", (most often referred to as a "dummy damper") because there WAS a damper lever on it with a standard spring, a straight wire , but no head or block. I don't believe it was there for the purpose you stated in your quote below. It WAS however, "extra" in the sense that it was NOT in use. You shouldn't make assumptions until you know the facts! :) But, I you saw another chance to "correct" me, and couldn't resist. That's ok, I'm here to learn! :) Terry Peterson Terry, Good! I'm here to learn also, and for the record I CAN resist the need to correct. (Thumper the exception) I was just making a point about the misuse of terminology. And also for the record I made an assumption about this damper based on probability and didn't realize that you would think a damper with the head removed was "extra". My point is that we can all raise the bar by using the correct names and terms, and not to pick on you. The recent thread on soundboard construction (vitriol aside) was a case in point. I may never install or design a soundboard system, but my rudimentary understanding of the principals debated will make me a better technician .Ron, Del and others challenge us all to higher levels and the least I can do is call the parts by the correct names. Tom Driscoll
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