----- Original Message ----- From: "Avery Todd" <avery@ev1.net> To: "Pianotech" <pianotech@ptg.org> Sent: May 31, 2003 2:38 AM Subject: Re: Soundboard #001 > Ron, > > "My" problem when stringing isn't bleeding on the soundboard. It's > bleeding in the tuning pin area, where it's more noticeable! :-) Avery, After extensive testing we have determined that blood dripped into the tuning pin holes does not adversely affect tuning pin torque. In sufficient quantities--it only takes a few drops so don't get carried away--it serves as an excellent pin driving fluid. It seems to function as a lubricant between the pin and the wood fibers helping to prevent excessive damage to the fibers as the pin is driven home. As it dries tuning pin torque comes back up nicely giving a nice smooth feel to the tuning pins as the piano is tuned. Any residue dripped onto the plate can easily be wiped off with a damp cloth. Keep several handy. Del
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