In article <Gerry_Daelemans.4.000EFE2E@ccmail.gsfc.nasa.gov>,
      Gerry_Daelemans@ccmail.gsfc.nasa.gov (Gerry Daelemans) writes:

> My wife just bought an old player piano, circa 1920.  It still works, but I'm 
> sure it will soon *not* work. (and let me tell you that thing is HEAVY ] 
> 
> Can anyone out there direct me to a good source of info on:
> 
> a: how these player pianos work
> b: how one goes about fixing them

Answer a,b: Get and read these 2 books by Arthur Reblitz. 
   "Player Piano Servicing and Rebuilding" and "Piano Servicing, Tuning, and
    Rebuilding". Both books are published by Vestal Press and can be purchased
    by various sources.

> c: where to buy replacement parts 

Answer c: The piano supply outlet which deals with hobbyists is,
          Player Piano Co. 
          704 East Douglas
          Wichita, Kansas, 67202
          Tel. (316) 263-3241

          Just call and they will send you a free catalog. You may also
          order the two above books from them.

> d: refinishing tips

This subject is touched upon in both above books. My tip: Patients.

> e: hints on staying married in the 90's with a player piano playing wife!

Easy, just sit back and enjoy the music!

> 
> Thanks in advance.
> 
> Gerry Daelemans

Jim Nemmers