Martin Cipolla asked: "Spinet piano where the jacks on several keys are not returning quick enough to allow repetition. I suspect the jack pin needs lubed. Any suggestions on lubing this part without removing the action. I understand removing a spinet action can be troublesome." Martin, The major problem with Spinet regulation/repetition is the fact that most need to have the keys back-weighted. The olde saw of "ya gotta have lost motion in spinets", is really just bull. No matter how you regulate, etc. the jacks will not get back in positon properly until the keys have been weighted. I've done several, of late, and most players are suprised at how nicely their piano plays after doing this procedure. It takes me about 3-4 hours to do the job. Well worth it, imo. (cheaper'n buying another "better" piano.<G> Regards, Joe Joe Garrett, R.P.T. Captain of the Tool Police Squares R I Martin - What Joe says is probably likely where your problem is. I imagine if Joe is taking 3 - 4 hours to do the job he's doing it right - drilling and inserting proper round key leads. I've done several pianos using Jiffy Leads as well - not the ideal approach from an aesthetic standpoint to be sure, but one that will give results. Another problem that can cause poor return of the jacks is weak or broken jack springs. Lift up the hammer butt slightly, and push the toe of the jack down with a small screwdriver. Release it and see if the jack snaps into place. If you've tried putting Protek on the action centers, and the jack still seems sluggish, I would be suspicious of the strength of the springs. Just a thought. Chuck Behm -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: <https://www.moypiano.com/ptg/pianotech.php/attachments/20120106/94b37475/attachment.htm>
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