In a message dated 96-10-06 12:53:17 EDT, you write: > If I repin with Yamaha threaded pins, I'll need two or >three different sizes, unless I ream and destroy the threaded >grooves. Any replies would be appreciated. Rob I had to repin a new Samick grand once with uneven pin torque. The problem was in the drilling of the block, but either the dealer didn't want to send the piano back to the factory, or the factory didn't want to bother with the problem, and though it would be cheaper for me to repin it. In any case, because there was so much difference in torque through out the piano, and so as not to repeat that problem by just installing a bigger tuning pins, I meansured the torque on each pin, and then replaced that pin with a larger one according to how loose the pin was. If the torque was 20 inch/pounds, I would put in a 0000, if it was 35, I put in 000, if it was over 50, I left it alone. I hope this helps. Good Luck. Willem Blees RPT St. Louis.
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