Hi.
I have the classic low E touching the rounded screw head on the trem.
Can anybody point me to a source for a flatter/non-domed replacement available in the UK?
Rather not run the screws upside down.
Thanks!
Flattened JM trem screws for UK?
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Re: Flattened JM trem screws for UK?
I bought a box of slotted screws with the same head. Tried out several until one lines up nice.
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Re: Flattened JM trem screws for UK?
I made some years ago with some stainless bolts. I used a bench grinder (you could easily do it with a Dremel or fine engineers file if you took it slowly). With the bench grinder it took me about 2-5 seconds to flatten them off the right amount.
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Re: Flattened JM trem screws for UK?
Is there still enough room for the string to vibrate freely? If so, that is genius!
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Re: Flattened JM trem screws for UK?
Yes. Very little movement at that point. I like it as a solution because it keeps the overall aesthetic. #8-32 x 1/4”. Worth a try.
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Re: Flattened JM trem screws for UK?
Some info here, including the screw thread size you need …
https://www.thefretboard.co.uk/discussi ... ed-my-mind
https://www.thefretboard.co.uk/discussi ... ed-my-mind