This is a multi-part message in MIME format. ---------------------- multipart/alternative attachment Hi Brad, I always add a screw through each flange into the rail. I don't have one = to look at right now but if memory serves, move the springs out of the = way and drill for about a 5/8 x 3 screw. Pilot hole, through hole, and = counter sink. Scribe a line where you want them, there aren't too many = places to put them, eyeball each center of flange, very light center = punch, then drill on the drill press (or not), counter sink first, then = through hole, then pilot. Careful not to weaken springs when turning = them out of the way to drill. You might be able to drill with out moving = them. Or, do it right, determine the desired spring tension and readjust = them on replacement with a gram gauge. I don't think there is overkill with a back action. Hi List,=20 Any do's and don't regarding the reinforcement of damper back action flanges?=20 I just don't want to have ANY flanges come loose after new damper felt = and regulation work is done.=20 Piano in question is a Steinway M getting all new action parts (except = back action), damper felt, block and restring.=20 I have used CA glue to 'shore up' the glued flanges in the past. =20 Has anyone tried drilling through the glued flanges; then dowel and glue them in place? Is that overkill?=20 As always, THANKS for your collective wisdom! Best regards, Brad Smith, RPT ---------------------- multipart/alternative attachment An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: https://www.moypiano.com/ptg/pianotech.php/attachments/a4/bc/a4/96/attachment.htm ---------------------- multipart/alternative attachment--
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