Johnny,
I use a Ford Connect for my service vehicle. It's the perfect size for piano service. There's enough room for shelving and a grand action. The shelving I use is from Adrian Steel out of Michigan. The drawers are securable to prevent opening during travel. Incidentally, I talked to a Ford dealer recently who informed me there is a back order for those vehicles. My Ford connect cost me $23,000 about 3 years ago. I've had no problems with it.
To Jon's comment – a few years ago I was called to service a piano that had been tuned previously by a technician who didn't have a basic part on hand to repair a disabled key. I carry (not every conceivable part) a wide range of parts, wire, and felt to address 90% of the issues I encounter. My customer appreciated not having to pay for a return trip for such a simple repair. I'm her preferred technician now.
Another, item I carry is the Dampp Chaser -- heater and control unit only as we don't need the complete system here in Seattle. When needed I'm able to install it during a typical tuning appointment and instruct the customer to plug it in 2 weeks before the next tuning. This saves them a separate service call.
When I'm approached to make repairs, major or minor, I
always reverse my perspective to that of the customer. What is best for them given the knowledge of a piano technician?
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Roger Gable RPT
Gable Piano
Everett WA
(425) 252-5000
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