to correct a light action

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Jop writes:

<< It would be better to add lead to the rear of each key. Chances are 
that the keys are front-heavy so adding lead will help the touch while the 
damper 
pedal is depressed.<< 

   Hmm,  I guess this is so if there is no lead in the front of the key. 
Otherwise, I would be inclined to use a bradpoint, 5/16" drillbit to remove lead 
from the existing keyleads.  

Most verticals which come through the shop get lead installed to 
effect a -6 g FW on
the white keys. The sharps do not always require back lead. >>

     I recently examined a Kawai K-3. The capstan blocks on the white keys 
all had two steel inserts.  Is this becoming more of an industry practise 
elsewhere?  
Regards, 



Ed Foote RPT 
http://www.uk-piano.org/edfoote/index.html
www.uk-piano.org/edfoote/well_tempered_piano.html