tuning tips

[Ken Streetman]

No specific problem just looking for information  I have a # 1 to # 3 
not Schaff, but I wanted to know was exactly what you have said you 
start tuning and you soon forget about amount of play in the lever. I 
didn't think it was a problem just wanted to know what other techs 
thought about what was on the link I provided 
http://www.pianotuningtools.net/ttips.html  

After tuning pianos for 45 years. the exact fit of a tuning lever to a 
pin is a no event in my opinion. What you are talking about is the 
amount the lever moves before raising the pitch up or down.
Once I get started I soon forget the amount of play in the lever. But I 
do have tips and levers from #1 to #3, so before I start I have a gut 
feeling what lever I should use.
In Australia we have a great range of Australia, USA, English, 
German and continental pianos, so a range of different weight levers and 
tips is essential.
 
What specific problems are you having?  
 
Robin Stevens ARPT
South Australia