Replacing a missing piano lyre

[bruce greig]

David:

I don't envy your task as I've had to do some replacements myself.  If
you're a skilled woodworker with the requisite tools, take Terry's advice
and make it from scratch.

I've used the ready-made version  from APSCO/Schaff #845 with their
lyre-repair kit #849, and what a mess!
I had to reset the glue starved lyre posts; the predrilled holes are never
in the right place; the pedal dowel holes and pedal pins don't match up; you
have to make the pedal rod guide rail (unless you can salvage the old one).

Have patience, and good luck.

Bruce




----- Original Message -----
From: "David Love" <davidlovepianos@earthlink.net>
To: "Pianotech" <pianotech@ptg.org>
Sent: Thursday, June 12, 2003 3:00 AM
Subject: Replacing a missing piano lyre


> I ran into an old Weber Grand that (aside from the likelihood it will be
> turned over to Piano Protective Services due to severe abuse and
> malnutrition) is missing a lyre.  I'm trying to figure out approximate
time
> to install and fit, make supports etc., and where I should go to get one.
> What are the critical dimensions to consider?  What's the best method for
> securing it to the underside of the piano?  Though I have repaired many, I
> don't think I've ever had to buy, alter and fit one from scratch.  Any
> suggestions would be appreciated.
>
>
> David Love
> davidlovepianos@earthlink.net
>
>
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