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i used to remove the hinge pins as well until some pianos were not as cooperative (mostly due to a very tight fit).  Then i used a long (approx 24 or so inches) dowel like Susan did, inserted a balance ...

I remove the pin if possible, and then I put some VJ lube on the pin and reinsert it from the front, for the next tuner. But if the pin won't come out, ...

Agree with Jon here.  I keep a Leatherman multi-tool in my main tuning kit. The needle-nose pliers work great for grabbing onto the head of the long hinge pin. Sometimes it's necessary to tap on the other ...