> If there is graphite in the spring slots (the underside of the balancier >where the rep springs slides) I wouldn't worry about it. That area is >usually lubricated with something similar. I respectfully disagree. I've followed up on many, many modern Steinways, and the only way to get the springs to regulate properly is to clean that gunk out of the slots. It's nasty. I hate graphite. David A.
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