That does happen and there are those who don't want to be asked about it. BUT when the back does pop, wood chips can and will end up deep in the crack, so be sure to worry about those as well. You CAN ask me how I know this.... : ) Richard Achipinhiscrack Moody ---------- > From: Howard S. Rosen <hsrosen@emi.net> > To: Pianotech <pianotech@ptg.org> > Subject: separated back > Date: Wednesday, April 01, 1998 7:06 AM > Be certain that the clamps are in place (dry run) BEFORE > you drill, otherwise wood chips from the drilling will lodge in the crack > and prevent a good seal when you are ready to glue.
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