ruger9 Posted February 26, 2009 Share Posted February 26, 2009 I just won an Epi LP Std Plus, it's not even here yet, and I already have a couple plans for it... the first being changing out the chrome tuners for ivoroid. Is/are there brands that are simply drop-ins? I know all manuf/headstocks are different. Can anybody recommend drop-in replacements, or give the the measurements I need to order replacements? Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Canine Posted February 26, 2009 Share Posted February 26, 2009 Grover Vintage Tuners in nickel... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1999nbmZ1281734025 Posted February 26, 2009 Share Posted February 26, 2009 I'm assuming you have a recent model LP. The older series (years older) used a Klusen style tuner, while the present models use Grover style. Grovers use a single screw to anchor the tuner, where as the Klusen use two. I say Grover style because if you buy replacement Grovers off of the shelf, they will not just drop in. They will need the holes elongated to allow the screw to thread into the original hole. Nothing a sanding wheel on a dremel can't fix though, just go easy on your guitar's finish... If it is an older style (two mounting screws), the either get the Klusen replacements, or the Grovers listed above. They will both drop right in... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ruger9 Posted February 27, 2009 Author Share Posted February 27, 2009 Yes, they are Grovers. I'm hoping to get Pearloid ones with Ketstone buttons... something like this: http://www.stewmac.com/shop/Tuners/Guitar,_solid_peghead_tuners/Gotoh_Vintage_Keystone-style_Tuners.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1999nbmZ1281734025 Posted February 27, 2009 Share Posted February 27, 2009 Don't forget, anything is possible. Those can easily be installed, but you'll have to drill new holes for the mounting screws. The bottom screws may line up, but the top holes are non-existant. Just grab the required drill bit, and don't forget to mark it for depth. If you go to far, you'll find the front of the headstock... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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