-----Original Message----- From: RptBob1 <RptBob1@aol.com> To: pianotech@ptg.org <pianotech@ptg.org> Date: Tuesday, December 09, 1997 10:10 AM Subject: Old stored Steck >Dear List: > >A customer of mine called today for an opinion regarding a 1934 Steck small >grand that had been in storage for over ten years in an unheated storage area. > >This piano has "sentimental" value and he wanted my opinion on moving it from >Boston to Cleveland. More information: he noted rust around the tuning pins >and bridge hitch pins. The area it was stored in was similar to a garage-not >attached to a house. > >I already gave him my opinion, but then remembered how helpful this list has >been, and thought it would be good to relay to him some opinions from our >international field of experts. > >Opinions please: > >Bob Bergantino,RPT >South Euclid, Ohio Hi Bob, The rust created in Boston is quite valuable ;) Who could put a value on such 'historic' corrosion? >From what you post, I would prepare them for the worst, I mean your best, rebuild job. Have them make a decision based on a worst case scenario. Also, we can't be sure that the condition we find in Boston, will be the condition it arrives in. The idea of getting a local tech to give you some facts is a good one. If you need referrals, just ask. Brad Smith, RPT
This PTG archive page provided courtesy of Moy Piano Service, LLC