This is a multi-part message in MIME format. ---------------------- multipart/alternative attachment I know it is too obvious. But are you sure you used the proper sized caul? Front rail and balance rail, are frequently different sizes, and should always be checked with a micrometer, to confirm that the proper size caul is used. Regards, John M. Ross Windsor, Nova Scotia, Canada jrpiano@win.eastlink.ca ----- Original Message ----- From: Dean May To: Pianotech Sent: Friday, August 20, 2004 6:54 PM Subject: RE: key rebushing irregularities Woa! That is one wicked looking tool. I think you misunderstood me. I used the steam to remove the old felt and it works wonderfully. The mystery is why did the balance rail turn out too loose and the front rail a little snug? Check out http://www.spurlocktools.com/id55_two_caul_method.htm to see the method and tools I use to put the new cloth in. There is also a picture of the glue pot there which is just like what I use to steam the old felt out with. Dean Dean May cell 812.239.3359 PianoRebuilders.com 812.235.5272 Terre Haute IN 47802 -----Original Message----- From: pianotech-bounces@ptg.org [mailto:pianotech-bounces@ptg.org]On Behalf Of Quentin Codevelle Sent: Friday, August 20, 2004 3:53 PM To: pianotech Subject: key rebushing irregularities Hi Dean, We never had problems of felt falling out with the steam method where I work. We use a steam tool. I attached the picture. Maybe it is the same thing that you use. It is very fast and easy to use, and as you said it is perfect for balance holes that were too big. Maybe the wood was too wet. Is there a possibility to dry it with a heat source, in order to prevent the felt to fall down after it has been glued? Quentin ---------------------- multipart/alternative attachment An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: https://www.moypiano.com/ptg/pianotech.php/attachments/c0/a6/6c/82/attachment.htm ---------------------- multipart/alternative attachment--
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