It would appear that this is the first time you have run across a "Grand Piano". It makes a difference. I agree with the couple recommendations to talk serious with the owners about disposing of the piano in the nearest landfill. When I see one of these misfits lurking in the living room of a new client, the first thoughts that occur to me go something like this - Hmmm, might be a short appointment. - Is there any reason to even try tuning this thing? I have tuned them, but only if they are remarkably in one piece. Once there is a few problems like you describe, the piano is toast. The bottom line is that there are just too many good quality, good condition little consoles available for less than what would cost them to make their "Grand Piano" into a piano that functions, but plays poorly. These things rank well below any Winter and Aeolian spinet ever made. Sad but true. If they just won't junk it, then read Ron Nossaman's reply several times very carefully. Good luck. Please let us know what happens. Terry Farrell ----- Original Message ----- > I could use some overnight counsel ... I have to go back to the piano from > hell tomorrow. "Grand Piano" was the fallboard name, serial 1003 ... what > junk ... anyway ... SNIP
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