Bridge pin problem. Wurlitzer C173

[robert goodale]

Richard Oliver Snelson wrote:

> The piano is a new Wurlitzer C173,  5'8" grand.  It has a bridge pin
> problem in the high treble.  The center pin on the speaking side of the
> note has either been drilled incorrectly or has moved over so that it's
> nearly against the right side unison string. At this time it doesn't
> seen to effect the tuning of the note. However Balwin is willing to pay
> for the repair. Without pulling the pin I can't  tell if the wood around
> the pin may have been defective or as I mentioned the pin was drilled
> incorrectly. I have a digital picture "jpg" format if anyone would like
> to see the problem.
>
> My thought at this time is that the area around the pin should be
> drilled to about 1/4" and a hard wood plug installed. The plug would
> then be cut to match the termination line and curve of the bridge. This
> would eliminate the possibility of a defect in the bridge material
> causing the problem in the first place.  There does seem to be enough
> clear area in the center of the three strings to just  drill the darn
> hole again.

Does this piano have a laminated bridge?  Just wondering.  You might want to
consider pulling the pin, (and surrounding pins), and filling the holes with
a mixure of epoxy and fine sawdust.  Then you could re-bore the hole and
away you go.

Rob Goodale, RPT