Greetings all,
Recently I posted about the possibility of having to replace one damper guide bushing in a 1937 Steinway L.
This was theoretical, based on the what the customer told me. However, when I finally got to the piano, here's what I actually found:
All the damper guide rail bushings are too loose. I found it odd that they would be so loose since the piano was apparently "rebuilt" about 20 years ago. Maybe the rebuilder neglected to rebush the rail? I could understand that kind of wear in an institutional piano, but not in a home customer.
My question is what effect VS Profelt will have. I have some, but have never used it for this. I've seen the recommended method: remove the dampers, treat, and size with #7 bridge pins. The question is, what are the chances I can do this without damper removal? Can I treat with dampers in place an ease with an umbrella tool if necessary?
If they are very loose, is there a possibility they won't even need easing?
I'm planning to stop by and try it on just one bushing, like A0, and see what happens. Of course, it would be nice not to have to remove all the dampers and make two trips...
thanks
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Scott Cole, RPT
rvpianotuner.com
Talent, OR
(541-601-9033
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