This is a multi-part message in MIME format. ---------------------- multipart/alternative attachment Cy said: "I've got good enough access to the jack on this action that I = can=20 clean out the old glue without pulling the action and removing the = wippen.=20 The repair guide shows using a special reamer (like a Forstner bit?) to=20 remove the old glue -- which requires wippen removal." Cy, On most uprights either take the keys out or have action in a cradle. = Undo the bridle straps, so the wippens drop, making the jack heel get = out of the way. Using the "Jack spring tool" is no problem, in this = configuration. Just yank out the olde springs and ream the "base" hole = with the tool. A drop of hide glue on the spring bottom and insert. = Should not be a problem. Best Regards, Joe Garrett, R.P.T. Captain, Tool Police Squares R I ---------------------- multipart/alternative attachment An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: https://www.moypiano.com/ptg/pianotech.php/attachments/fe/90/89/ae/attachment.htm ---------------------- multipart/alternative attachment--
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