hidden damage question

[Ron Nossaman]

Hi John,

If the tuning wasn't particularly affected, you're probably all right with
the plate and general structure. Check for stripped plate lags, since they
were what caught the plate on impact, and look the leg glue joints and
mounting plates over closely. Check the dags and keyframe pins too, since
they caught the action. Sounds like they may get by with damper work, action
regulation, and some relatively minor repairs. If the piano is still in one
piece come February (and the 20% RH), you're probably home free.

Good luck,  
 Ron N