In a message dated 11/30/99 5:01:58 PM Pacific Standard Time, ulrich@rangenet.com (Roy Ulrich) writes: << Maybe an ex Kimball employee would be good in pointing out what NOT to do. >> As a matter of fact, Roger Weisensteiner RPT who used to be the head honcho at Kimball has that very idea and expertise in mind. He knows about all the mistakes that have been made and has been an active consultant to the Chinese piano manufacturing industry. Another option occurred to me today and it is past experience. Let's say that this piano is unreturnable and needs the CA glue treatment. Some have suggested that any CA glue treatment is substandard. I cannot agree although I understand the opinion. It is the idea that this is a "Band-Aid" or "Scotch Tape" type repair. While it can be easily that, it can also be a permanent and effective solution in many diverse applications. Having said that, the dealer may still be reluctant to sell this piano because of the reasons stated on this List, even if the dealer believes it to be all a matter of opinion or perception. This is a candidate for the Rental Piano pool. If this piano is repaired in a way that is consistent with it's perceived worth and those repairs make it a useful instrument, then it is perfect for that kind of designated use. There are other similar uses, a piano donated in exchange for publicity and a tax write-off, to a good cause, such as a nursing home, church or community center. No one would ever get too upset in any of these cases if the piano didn't meet the usual expectations. Bill Bremmer RPT Madison, Wisconsin
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