[pianotech] pedal repair?

[Terry Farrell]

If I recall correctly, a new set of pedals is fairly inexpensive. Or, just leave this one as is - and if it breaks in half some day, replace it then.

Terry Farrell

On Jan 10, 2013, at 10:42 AM, William Monroe wrote:

> Hi Folks,
> 
> I've got a pedal from an upright piano that has bent a bit, and is showing a small crack on the top of the pedal.  I wonder what you all think about any efforts at hammering the pedal flat?  Do you think I'm asking for trouble trying to remove the bend (I kind of think so as I feel like bending brass "back" will fatigue it even more).
> 
> Secondarily, what would you think of trying to reinforce the pedal by adding a steel plate to the top of the pedal?  Epoxy it to the brass?  Thanks for any thoughts.
> 
> -- 
> William R. Monroe
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