Sam; assuming that the block itself is in good shape, I think that I might be more inclined to go with a 5/0 pin (perhaps + 1/8", if pos- sible) rather than an epoxied 4/0. Question: why did you "turn" the new pin in? Les Smith lessmith@buffnet.net On Thu, 10 Apr 1997 SGrossner@aol.com wrote: > Dear list. > > In restringing, a new 4/0 pin sheared and I removed it with the extractor. > However, the other pin I turned in to replace it is now quite loose. Tunable, > but loose. I have heard you can take the pin out and swab the block with a > good 5 minute epoxy, then drive in the same size with good results. Thoughts > on the subject? Appreciated. Sam Grossner, Chicago. >
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