How is this done?

[Clyde Hollinger]

Bill:

There is not enough clearance to get the pins in.  I tried that.  So
I'll have to use your second suggestion.  Many thanks to you and the
others who responded!

Clyde Hollinger, RPT
Lititz, PA

axpiano@aol.com wrote:
> 
> In a message dated 98-07-17 17:07:30 EDT, you write:
> 
> << Do I need to remove all the keys and slip them back in place one at a time?
> >>
> 
> I've run into a few of these, and have put the actions back in with the keys
> in place.  If I remember correctly, there was enough clearance to get the pins
> in.
> 
> In reinstalling the action, go in just low enough to let the pins drag on the
> key rockers while swinging the bottom of the action back into place.  See if
> lifting a wippen gives enough clearance to slip the pin in.  If the pin is too
> long, lift the key clear of the balance pin, pull it toward you and you will
> have room to get the pin in.
> 
> Bill Maxim