squeak = squeal

John Ross piano.tech@ns.sympatico.ca
Sat, 07 Mar 1998 11:28:50 -0400


Newton Hunt wrote:
> 
> First disconnect the pitman to eleminate it as a source.  It can noise
> if it is using a rubber grommet or if the pin is too long.
> 
> If the noise is made by capstans on felt I would use (NOT WD-40) a
> Teflon spray.  Raise the dampers with the sostonuto and ksjpray the
> felt.  Alternatively you can use a metal polish like Flitz and polish
> the capstans.
> 
> If it is rubber grommets use VJ lube all around the rubber.
> 
> Check also the tray hinges  and pedal rod, lever and pedals.
> 
> If the screws of the braces have not been tightened they also can make
> noise.
> 
> Check further to make sure the top block and pedal box are secure to the
> pillars.
> 
> Don't give up, it is in there somewhere!
> 
>         Newton
>         nhunt@jagat.com

I was wondering, wouldn't VJ lube, being of a petroleum base,
deteriorate the rubber??

John M. Ross
PTG Assoc.
Maritime Chapter
Windsor, Nova Scotia, Canada



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