>...Question: when I draw the pinblock/plate back to >its original position against the frame, do I risk cracking the >plate?... > >Are there any guidelines for letting it down any more >or less prior to drawing the pinblock/plate back to the >frame?... Some info for your consideration: I wouldn't necessarily try to close the gap completely. Bringing it back some with some type of rigid spacer in the opening could be acceptable. What amount you do accomplish will be retained and prevented from moving either direction from that time on. Those Hamiltons are hardy pianos and can take an amazing amount of abuse. >4) How long does this entire repair take you to complete (three service >calls - one to diagnose and measure... >Terry Farrell... If the your repair stablizes the situation, three passes ought to get you back to A440 for a final tuning. Keith McGavern Registered Piano Technician Oklahoma Chapter 731 Piano Technicians Guild USA
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