Hi John, The bottom covers are available as an add on "kit" from your regular dampcchaser supplier. Yes, the bottom cover does touch the rods, however that seems to make no difference. The commonest mistake is not using enough dehumidifying power. Do get a 6 part system with smart bar. I've posted directions for installing the bottom covers so have a look in the archives. I now use four staples on the fabric side of the velcro tabs, and am considering a battery powered sewing machine instead. Count on 2 to 3 hours labor for your first install. Make sure to "offset" the light panel so that a casual "bump" wont' break it. What size of piano will you be doing the install in? In ultra small pianos I somtimes use an alternate for the tail dehumidifier, and in larger pianos I may add to the dehumidifier. Plan to bring a blanket to lay on--it will prevent scratching the floor as you wiggle around on your back. Do also bring a trouble light so you can see well. The screws are all black so good lighting is a definite plus. A magnetic "nut" driver is an essential tool for doing Damphchaser installs. They used to sell a "kit" with the common tools and some spare parts. At 02:17 PM 14/09/2004 -0400, you wrote: >Hi, > >Soon enough I will be installing a dampp-chaser for the first time. >Only knowing basically what to expect, does anyone have a standard >"what to look for" and "common mistakes" lecture for first-timers? > >Also, someone mentioned the use of a bottom cover for a grand >installation. The reason makes sense, but I'm having trouble >visualising. Wouldn't the cover touch the dehumidifier rods, and >couldn't that potentially be bad? Also, where do you get these bottom >covers? > >Thanks. > >- John > >_______________________________________________ >pianotech list info: https://www.moypiano.com/resources/#archives > > Regards, Don Rose, B.Mus., A.M.U.S., A.MUS., R.P.T. mailto:pianotuna@accesscomm.ca http://us.geocities.com/drpt1948/ 3004 Grant Rd. REGINA, SK S4S 5G7 306-352-3620 or 1-888-29t-uner
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