My first pinblock and it's a Mason & Hamlin !!!!!

[Farrell]

I'm sure you will like the Bolduc. Andre Bolduc teaches many classes, etc.
regarding pinblock installation. See what you get from the List crowd, but
also, if you are going to spend the money on a Bolduc pinblock, call him up
and pepper him with a list of questions. I'm sure he will be happy to
provide his view. And I'm sure he will be happy to sell you all  his
handy-dandy pinblock removing jigs - they really are kinda nice. Good luck.
Let is know how it turns out.

Terry Farrell
Piano Tuning & Service
Tampa, Florida
mfarrel2@tampabay.rr.com

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Sent: Sunday, January 07, 2001 9:21 PM
Subject: My first pinblock and it's a Mason & Hamlin !!!!!


> I'm ready to take on the challenge of installing my very first block. As
luck
> would have it, it's a Mason & Hamlin "B". I need some questions answered
from
> those of you who are in the know:
>
> 1. What's a forgiving block material for a first-timer? I've heard that a
> lower-ply maple block works best and am considering Bolduc.
> 2. I know that the Bolduc calls for a .250" bit. Does that sound right to
> those who have experience with the Bolduc?
> 3. Is removal of the old block going to be an operation similar to a
> Steinway? I've watched Steinway blocks being removed so have a basic
> knowledge of what to expect.
> 4. What is the approximate location of dowels for a "B" at either end and
on
> the stretcher and how many should I expect?
>
> Thanks PROFUSELY from an RPT with 28 years of experience who is looking
> forward to doing blocks. Any help is GREATLY appreciated.
>
> Donn Young, RPT
> Devon, PA
>