String Removal during Restring with Original Pins

[Richard Brekne]

Hi Bill..

I've never done this particular job... always figured if you had to change
strings.. the pins were logical to change as well... but I have changed pins
whilst leaving old strings on. Done this many a time in my earlier years.
Usually, I just do one at a time instead of taking off a whole section. Course
you will have to remove the bass strings to get them out of the way... but
shouldnt be a biggie.

Course you already know about not turning out the origional pins more then
perhaps a turn or two. What kind of a coil making device do you use btw ?

RicB


> > Dear List,
> >
> > I about to restring a large piano leaving the original 2/0s in place.
> > I'd like to know about how large of section of old strings should be
> > removed during the process. Certainly, best use of time would be to
> > remove *all* strings. The owner is saving the old bass strings
> > (although they'll be off and pulled aside during the tenor section).
> >
> > Is there any point in trying to maintain some fraction of the string
> > load, or should I simply say that there is nothing to be gained by
> > trying to spare the board and rim of the complete unloading and
> > reloading. It really seems as though I should completely remove all
> > plain strings at the outset, to streamline the work flow.
> >
> > This has nothing to do with seating, spacing and finishing touches on
> > the restringing. It's a simple matter of whether the complete
> > unloading and reloading is something I should avoid. (Don't worry.
> > I've got a lawyer who tells me I can sue you guys if I get bad
> > advice.)
> >
> > Thanks in advance,
> >

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Richard Brekne
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