>I often run into grand pianos with keys rubbing on the keyslip. I have tried various methods for repairing the problem, but would like to pick the collective minds of the fine folks on this list. In the past I have tried shimming the keyframe with front rail punchings. I have also tried a screw in the keyframe. First I check the strike point on note #88. If I can improve the tone by adjusting the cheek block hold downs I will. My problem with shimming is, if the customer wants to use the una corda pedal, there is sometimes too much friction for the action to return properly.< Don't shim between the front rail and the keyslip, but rather between the keyblocks and the keyslip. --Dave Nereson, RPT, Denver
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