Extracting Backchecks

[philromano@attglobal.net]

Another method is to grab the wire with a side cutter or vise grips and then
use a pair of automotive "O-ring" pliers (they open when squeezed) between
the cutters and the key to pry the wire out.. Use a small hardwood block or
piece of metal etc to prevent the pliers from marring the key (or key frame
in the case of removing key pins).

Phil Romano
Myrtle Beach, SC


----- Original Message -----
From: "Joseph Garrett" <joegarrett@earthlink.net>
To: <pianotech@ptg.org>
Sent: Saturday, October 27, 2001 2:53 AM
Subject: Extracting Backchecks


> David,
> Try Clamping the key in a woodworking vise, (fast acting, with wood jaws),
> then use a fender puller with a vicegrip on it. You'll have to weld a
> compatible nut to the adjuster on the vicegrip to get it to attach to the
> fender puller. I use this great little "thingee" for pulling bridge pins
and
> hitch pins, too.
> Regards,
> Joe Garrett, RPT, (Oregon)
>