I'm guessing that since good keyframe/keybed contact is critical to good tone and power, that it's important for such shims to be solid, too? --Cy-- ----- Original Message ----- From: <reggaepass@aol.com> To: <pianotech@ptg.org> Sent: Tuesday, December 13, 2005 10:17 AM Subject: Re: Looking forward to Wurzenizing an M We recently shimmed the balance rail on a S & s D in order to minimize the stacks of punchings. Hardwood veneers sandwiched between the balance rail and cross members will do the trick nicely (be sure to pre-punch the shims for glide bolt and screw holes prior to installation). Better feel and easier regulating. Alan Eder
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