Pedal Problem

[Ron Berry]

>Hi All,
>
>I really enjoy reading the postings on the pianotech discussion group.
>
>I have a problem with the pedal on a Conn console.  The sustain pedal has
>worn quite a bit and ovaled out the hole in the pedal where the pedal pin is
>inserted. The pedal has a lot of play from side to side, and wobbles
>severely.  Is there any way to repair this hole so that a new pedal pin can
>be inserted tightly, or should I recommend that they purchase a new set of
>pedals?  I am looking for a cheap fix, if there is one. I would appreciate
>your input.
>

Remove the pedal pin and drill a small hole into the pedal from the top so
that it comes into the hole for the pin at a perpendicular.  Then tap thread
in the hole and insert a set screw to hold the pin in place.  This idea came
from Jim Harvey and works very well.  Be sure that there is room for the set
screw to stick out the top a bit.  Some pianos have mounting blocks that go
right over the middle of the pedal so this won't work on them.

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Ron Berry, RPT (Registered Piano Technician)
ronberry@iquest.net

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for some great information and links about pianos!
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