Hi Joe ....... I'd like to add to what Jim suggested ....... destring the affected pin and if the small broken piece is still attached, wedge it in place by pressing an appropriately sized piece betwixt the broken part and the strut ....... if you can. Remove the wedge before applying the glue. This will allow glue to get on the broken part better. Remove the existing pin and fill the hole with Epoxy. West System is a good choice. Don't use the 5 minute stuff. You'll need some strength to overcome the original failure ..... which is now compromised. Insert the pin and wedge before the glue hardens. Clean up any oozage especially the bearing point ... that small contact where the string touches the bridge and the pin. You could fashion a Popsicle (craft stick) stick to use as a small scraper. Let the glue fully cure before putting side pressure back on it. Take your time, think it through.
Basic rule of thumb ... that I'm aware of .... the longer the Epoxy takes to cure, the stronger it is.
That's a really nice piano. I hope this repair keeps it that way.
Lar
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Original Message:
Sent: 12-29-2020 08:47
From: Joseph Morocco
Subject: Split Bridge Cap
Hello All,
I looking for suggestions how to repair this bridge cap.
This is a Schimmel Upright 40 years old. other wise in great shape.
Thanks
Joe Morocco Needham MA
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Joseph Morocco
Needham MA
781-449-9425
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