>...I wonder if it would be possible to find >a similar wooden jack, and also replace the flanges? Has anyone ever >attempted anything like this? I would expect that even if this were >possible it probably wouldn't be cost effective given the amount of labor >involved. > >Any comments? > >Stacy Adams Stacy, John, List, As John indicated, parts are available. I have done a complete replacement of all plastic parts in the past on a Knabe Console. Piano was a keeper as far as the customer was concerned, so cost effective concept was not at issue in that particular instance. It was a satisfying job when all was said and done. As for the few other customers I've encountered over the years with similar circumstances, they balk at the cost effectiveness of doing such work, and understandably so. Keith McGavern Registered Piano Technician Oklahoma Chapter 731 Piano Technicians Guild USA
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