Dave Humf Posted February 20 Posted February 20 Rebuilding a Strat bought at a Uk auction. Any ideas where I might find a non- standard size neck plate? …… know anyone who would make one? many thanks Quote
Dad3353 Posted February 20 Posted February 20 If you get stuck, it would be possible to plug the holes in the neck and the body, then use a standard plate, re-drilling holes appropriately. Just a thought; hope this helps. 1 Quote
ezbass Posted February 20 Posted February 20 59 minutes ago, Dad3353 said: If you get stuck, it would be possible to plug the holes in the neck and the body, then use a standard plate, re-drilling holes appropriately. Just a thought; hope this helps. That was my thought too. Quote
Dave Humf Posted February 20 Author Posted February 20 1 hour ago, Dad3353 said: If you get stuck, it would be possible to plug the holes in the neck and the body, then use a standard plate, re-drilling holes appropriately. Just a thought; hope this helps. Good idea, but unfortunately the neck has come from another body at some point and been filled (along with a crack) so I'm a bit loathe to try to undo it all. May end up having to get a new neck!! Quote
Dave Humf Posted February 20 Author Posted February 20 4 minutes ago, Dave Humf said: Good idea, but unfortunately the neck has come from another body at some point and been filled (along with a crack) so I'm a bit loathe to try to undo it all. May end up having to get a new neck!! Ugh - sorry to post such a distressing picture! Quote
Dad3353 Posted February 20 Posted February 20 19 minutes ago, Dave Humf said: ...May end up having to get a new neck!! Before going down that road, have a look at these ... Amazon : Bolt-On Neck Guitar Screws and Sleeves ... Carefully centre the drill for the inserts (start with a small (1mm..?), accurate drill bit and enlarge progressively, being careful to get the right exact depth, then screw in the inserts, with a spot of wood glue on each. Use a new, standard neck plate as a template for positioning. It might be worth filling in the neck holes just the same. Once assmbled, the neck will be stronger than ever before. Worth a shot..? Quote
Dave Humf Posted February 20 Author Posted February 20 Hmm - very interesting…..will investigate that, thanks. 1 Quote
