Stu-bud Posted January 3, 2014 Share Posted January 3, 2014 I have a strange problem. My '71 SG is original, and has its original Lyle Vibrato tailpiece. I wanted to install a replacement, to correct an angle issue (you can't rotate the tremolo bar back above the control knobs). I bought an aftermarket tailpiece (I was going to use the original cover plate from my Lyle), and the mounting holes were off. I returned that unit, and bought a new old stock unit (more $$), and have the same problem (pics below). Was there something different in the early 70's models? At this point I am likely going to redrill the new tailpiece to make it fit, rather than drill a new hole(s) in my guitar. But, on the off chance there is a tailpiece unique to the guitar I'd like to know. Thanks, Stu. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bender 4 Life Posted January 3, 2014 Share Posted January 3, 2014 just "teasing" us w/those 2 partial pics Stu???? c'mon man...we gotta see that SG ! is re-drilling the plate going to make it loose or possibly cause a "wobble" making staying in tune impossible? how far off is it w/the 1st screw loosened a good bit? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stu-bud Posted January 3, 2014 Author Share Posted January 3, 2014 just "teasing" us w/those 2 partial pics Stu???? c'mon man...we gotta see that SG ! is re-drilling the plate going to make it loose or possibly cause a "wobble" making staying in tune impossible? how far off is it w/the 1st screw loosened a good bit? In a separate post I attached a full pic of the guitar (and I think you've seen it!). In the picture, the first screw is barely threaded in, quite loose. As for re-drilling the plate, I'm taking the guitar to the pro for an evaluation. If he says it may be wobbly, I don't do it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cjsinla Posted January 3, 2014 Share Posted January 3, 2014 I like the idea of redrilling the tail-piece. On mine, the screws go in at a slight angle, that serves to eliminate wobble when they are tight. Just open up both holes to the outside a bit, bet it works just fine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Archived
This topic is now archived and is closed to further replies.