Fender 3 to 4 Bolt Neck Conversion
Not sure if this re-inventing a well known wheel? This was my solution for a 1970's Fender neck replacement with a four bolt neck. My goal was to allow the owner the option to return to the original parts if desired without visible extra holes. Part one was make a custom plate. Part two was simple drill guide using the existing top holes to center the new bottom holes. The new plate is aluminum. Note: this will not work with the original neck as the 'tilt discs' will not allow it.
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Permalink Reply by Thomas James on
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Finished
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Permalink Reply by Russell Vance on
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I recall a colleague using a couple of additional blind screws concealed under the original plate to get four bolt (5) performance while retaining the three bolt look.
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Thank you. Mike
Rusty, I like that idea! Maybe next time round :) For now, this cat is happy.
On another note: I installed some new pickups as well. Magic Coil brand from Italy. New to me, and they sound quacky excellent.
Cheers, Tom
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