Backcheck installation

[Dave Swartz, RPT]

At 10:36 PM 12/6/96 -0800, you wrote:
>
>Hey everybody!
>
>I'm rebuilding a 1925 Steinway O right now and I'm putting all Renner parts
>on (with the exception of wippens).  I'm looking for a way to install the
>new backchecks (with wires) in the old keys.  I would appreciate any
>suggestions which aid in an expeditious installation.  (I'm
>"Spurlocking-around" with a jig for depth and position- still no success.)
>
> I noticed a "Backcheck installer" in the Steinway tech reference manual,
>but it does not appear in the price list or in any illustration.  Any idea
>what this could be or how it works?
>
>Thanks
>
>
>Eric Leatha, RPT
>Portland, OR
>tunrboy@teleport.com
>"Brains First...  then the Hard Work"
>-A.A. Milne
>
>
Hi Eric (& list)

        I've had very good sucess using the backcheck tool (Apsco?) inserted
in the chuck of the drill press.  Set your depth as you desire (into the
key).  Using a drill vise to hold the key is one method, but seems to slow
me down. Holding the key firmly should suffice, although a slick jig can be
easily made to insert key, clamp, and insert.  DON'T TURN THE DRILL PRESS
ON!(had to throw that in).  Good Luck!

Dave Swartz, RPT
dms2000@pioneerplanet.infi.net
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