I've got a suggestion that should be tried before debonder - and should've been tried before CA - if it's a new piano, call the manufacturer - sounds like a warranty issue if ever I've seen one! Terry Farrell ----- Original Message ----- > Before using the debonder, or any other solvent, test a small amount on > the > plate finish, preferably in a hidden corner. > > Next time, try one of those strap-on-the-head LED lamps. It's part of my > standard set-up for juicing a block. > > Mike > > >> [Original Message] >> >> Please Help... >> >> Tuned a new large grand piano for a show...never been tuned before. Piano >> was about 30 cents flat. >> >> Tuning pins for E1 thru A1 acted as if they weren't even connected to the >> pinblock. Pulled up the pitch and with the hammer still on they unwound >> quicker 'n snot (My heart dropped). >> >> Was working on a dimmley lit stage and couldn't see how much CA glue I >> put >> on the pins...got overrun on the plate (not my usual work). Also under > time >> constraints. I've done a number of pinblocks with CA glue with great >> results...works well and looks good. >> >> Pins held OK but would like to clean up the plate...anyone know of a way > to >> remove the CA Glue...Can I just use debonder? >> >> TNX in advance... >> >> Wayne Lutzow >> Associate Member >> Lincoln, CA
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