Just to clarify my question #2... I know that the hot wire from the pickup gets soldered onto the right hand lug but I'm unclear if the wire to the tone pot is only required if the capacitor isn't...
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Just to clarify my question #2... I know that the hot wire from the pickup gets soldered onto the right hand lug but I'm unclear if the wire to the tone pot is only required if the capacitor isn't...
Thanks Simon,
That helps clear things up quite a bit. I've watched the 335 harness video (very neat work) and noticed a couple differences from the wiring diagram that perhaps you could comment on....
I'm finally getting around to finishing mine. Is there a 'normal' order for the layout of the 4 pots (volumes at the top, tones closer to edge, volumes near the tail, tones near neck)?
It's been a few years since I've been on here and the pups are older too but they've discovered dock diving which keeps them active and happy.43002
So, I bought a couple kits a few years back and I've had my ES-3 sitting waiting for wiring for over a year now. Finally decided to get back to finish it off and now I'm confused about what wiring...
We lost our two black labs just over a year ago and it didn't take long before we found it was just too quiet around the house and ended up getting two new fox red labs (couldn't bring ourselves to...
All cavities and back of pick guard have copper tape on them, with the exception of where I opened up the bridge cavity. Will try adding a couple pieces back on to cover those spots.
Curious that...
Just a short update on this build.
I installed a set of Tonerider TRT3 Blues pickups that Adam got Tonerider to ship directly to me (Thanks Adam!) rather than send to AUS first then back across the...
What did you use to shim up the neck pocket? I might have to do the same thing with mine. It's okay but I wouldn't call it a snug fit.
Peter
The kit's looking great so far. Based on the first video it looks like your neck fits much tighter into the body than mine does. I'm hoping it won't be a problem for me. How tight is yours -...
Well done, Dedman and Pumpy! Beautiful looking kits. I'm inspired to work even harder on build #2 now.
@Adam,
Did you ever get any of the Tonerider TRT3 Blues pickups in? You said you might be able to get some on your next order in (i think you said) June. I wanted to try them in my tele.
The month is almost up, so it's time to get off my butt and take a few pictures of my TL-1 for the GOTM. This was my first build and I was able to pick this kit up on one of Adam's Sunday night...
Here are some shots of the finished kit (sans strap buttons - not sure if I'll put them on or not).
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It's been a long while since I posted any updates - two new puppies and summer weather kind of distracted me.
I think the kit's pretty much finished now and I have to say I'm quite pleased with it...
Someone correct me if I'm wrong, but you said you measured to the MIDDLE of the 12th fret, and I thought (and measured) to the top of the (12th) fret wire on my build and the bridge did not have to...
If you pick up CA glue from a hobby store (used lots in model building) it's usually sold by the viscosity (thin/med/thick). I think that's what you're asking about.
I gave it a play today and for the most part it plays pretty well. Still might need to fine tune the nut - there's still just a hint of a sitar-y buzz on the B string. One thing I've noticed though...
No wax - that was an autocorrect typo. I did Polish off the one coat I put on but it doesn't really feel like there's much of anything on the fretboard which is why I wondered how many coats I should...
I think the nut is sorted out now.
Did a minor fret levelling on 3 frets that were a bit high. Could use a fret crowning file but that's a bit pricey at the moment.
The last thing to do is apply...
In retrospect, I wish I had done all my drilling up front. Certainly not a deal-breaker but it is nicer not to have to worry about the finish once it's done.
I also really wish that I had done ALL...
Have you tried switching your pup wires on the 3-way? I thought I had a problem with my TL-1 so I tried wiring the neck pup to the bridge location on the 3-way switch. It at least proved that there...
DB,That's who I first thought of too - unfortunately the largest metric cutter Veritas makes is only 10mm - no 12mm that I can find.
I'm no expert on these things, but I have a couple questions for you (forgive me if they sound obvious, but just trying to determine where the problem might be).
How do the strings sound when played...
Doc, I picked up a new set of feeler gauges today. Turns out my dad's old set WERE in thousands of an inch - could have saved the $10 but at least I know for sure now.
The end result is that,...