Replacing a missing piano lyre

[Farrell]

Or just make one from scratch! Just a little box and a couple of sticks!

Terry Farrell
  
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "David Love" <davidlovepianos@earthlink.net>
To: "Pianotech" <pianotech@ptg.org>
Sent: Thursday, June 12, 2003 3:00 AM
Subject: Replacing a missing piano lyre


> I ran into an old Weber Grand that (aside from the likelihood it will be
> turned over to Piano Protective Services due to severe abuse and
> malnutrition) is missing a lyre.  I'm trying to figure out approximate time
> to install and fit, make supports etc., and where I should go to get one. 
> What are the critical dimensions to consider?  What's the best method for
> securing it to the underside of the piano?  Though I have repaired many, I
> don't think I've ever had to buy, alter and fit one from scratch.  Any
> suggestions would be appreciated.  
> 
> 
> David Love
> davidlovepianos@earthlink.net
> 
> 
> 
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