Baldwin Action Problem

[Jim Coleman, Sr.]

Hi Paul:

At the factory they deliberately put pressure on the brackets to keep
them tight on the ball bolts or suppor screws. You could run the ball
bolts down a little until you get the top screws in and then run the
ball bolts back up where they were. If you leave the action lower,
the Bass dampers will all be out of line and your strike point will
be changed.

Jim Coleman, Sr.

On Sun, 18 Jul 1999, Paul McCloud wrote:

> Dear List:
>     I have a problem with some Baldwin large upright pianos that are
> new.  The type of action brackets Baldwin uses are secured with bolts
> into the plate.  When I remove the screws to service the action, I can't
> get the screws back into their holes.  The action bracket hole is about
> 1/8" too high.  Should I lower the support studs (they are adjustable up
> and down) or will I make more problems for myself?  I tried lowering the
> studs, and now all the capstans need readjustment.  Is there a better
> way to get those screws back in?  I'll be returning to the piano Monday
> afternoon.  Thanks for any input.
>     Paul McCloud
>     San Diego
> 
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