yamaha broken strings

[DBHersh@aol.com]

In a message dated 96-04-30 10:30:10 EDT, you write:

>you can destring the capo
>areas, refninsh the capo bar, check for loose bridge pins, etc., and then
>restring using a "dummy pin" for making the coils, which are then
>transferred onto the existing tuning pins. By using only 2 1/2 coils, you
>can reset the pins somewhat to tighten.

Charles,
   Would you please describe your method of refinishing the capo bar. Thanks
for the above tips. I prefer using a dummy pin as well, to attatch the string
to the existing tuning pin as long as the pins are still tight enough.

Doug Hershberger,RPT