Gradey Posted February 3, 2010 Share Posted February 3, 2010 My 2001 SG Classic makes noise when switching pickups. I think the toggle switch is shot. I cleaned it with CRC cleaner no help. Which replacement switch is it the L type? Gene Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
L5Larry Posted February 3, 2010 Share Posted February 3, 2010 Try cleaning it with something like #400 emory cloth. Cut a small piece of emory cloth, fold it in half (so there is abrasive on both sides) and work it back and forth between the contacts. I've never seen a switch need replacing that wasn't physically broken. If it does need replacing, the original Gibson switches were made by Switchcraft. Here's a couple sources of "aftermarket" switches. Obviously the design is similar, but it's nearly impossible to figure out the manufacturer. http://www.stewmac.com/shop/Electronics,_pickups/Components:_Switches_and_knobs/3-way_Pickup_Switches/Right-angle_Switch.html http://www.allparts.com/Toggle-Switch-p/ep-0065-000.htm Also, GC carries an assortment of "Gibson" branded parts, and some "Allparts" products. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tech21 Posted February 3, 2010 Share Posted February 3, 2010 Try cleaning it with something like #400 emory cloth. Cut a small piece of emory cloth' date=' fold it in half (so there is abrasive on both sides) and work it back and forth between the contacts. I've never seen a switch need replacing that wasn't physically broken.[/quote']^ ^ ^ ^ ^ Cleaning it as suggested above sounds good. Use DeoxIT on the contacts when you have cleaned them. T21 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick Beach Posted February 4, 2010 Share Posted February 4, 2010 I have had a lot of problems with pickup selectors in the past (I'm told I'm heavy handed on the switching) so if cleaning doesn't work I can attest to the quality of the stew mac selectors. Very easy instal and they work great! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gradey Posted February 4, 2010 Author Share Posted February 4, 2010 I will try cleaning as discribed in previous threads. Guitar has been used heavily for 8-9 years but is still solid. I can solder so if it needs replacing I will replace it. Is it the same one used in the Les Paul? Thanks Gene Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flyingarmadillo Posted February 4, 2010 Share Posted February 4, 2010 Find "plumbers tape" at the local hardware store - not 400 grit. Plumbers tape is a very fine polishing cloth, 400 grit is way too coarse and will scar or damage the contacts. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tech21 Posted February 4, 2010 Share Posted February 4, 2010 Find "plumbers tape" at the local hardware store - not 400 grit. Plumbers tape is a very fine polishing cloth' date=' 400 grit is way too coarse and will scar or damage the contacts.[/quote'] Yeah... you're right... on reflection 400 is a bit harsh, 1200 would probably be nearer the mark.... 1200 micro-mesh would be better than SiC paper... and use a bit of DeoxIT as a lubricant. T21 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick Beach Posted February 4, 2010 Share Posted February 4, 2010 I will try cleaning as discribed in previous threads. Guitar has been used heavily for 8-9 yearsbut is still solid. I can solder so if it needs replacing I will replace it. Is it the same one used in the Les Paul? Thanks Gene No the one's in LP's are straight' date=' but the sg ones have that L shape examples... LP [img']http://www.stewmac.com/product_images/1lg/1217/Straight_Toggle_Switch_Detail.jpg[/img] SG Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimmyjazz Posted June 21, 2011 Share Posted June 21, 2011 HI EVERYBODY.....HAD A SWITCH PROBLEM ON MY 60'S LES PAUL TRIBUTE....MERELY TOOK OFF THE SWITCH PLATE FROM THE BACK SPRAYED A LITTLE GENERATION 2000 CONTACT CLEAN PLUS ONTO THE SWITCH AND CAVITY (SOME WOOD CHIPS WERE EMBEDDED IN THE CAVITY) AND PRESTO...SWITCH PROBLEMS WERE GONE. I WOULD ADVISE THAT MOST LES PAUL SWITCHES CAN BE PURCHASED QUITE REASONABLY AND INSTALLED WITHOUT ANY PROBLEMS.....I'M NOT SURE IF THAT'S A "WARRANTY ISSUE" OR NOT.....PLEASE ADVISE..... JIMMY JAZZ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigKahune Posted June 21, 2011 Share Posted June 21, 2011 . Gee, those caps are really cool. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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