Chas63 Posted December 24, 2011 Share Posted December 24, 2011 I recently got a new Epi Wilshire Pro guitar with the coil tapping feature where I can use each of the two pickups as either single coil or humbucker by pulling up or pushing down on the volume knob for that pickup. I'd like to replace the volume knobs with new knobs that have numbers on them. My question is how do I remove the present knobs? I've tried pulling up rather firmly on them, but that didn't work. I also tried twisting them firmly counterclockwise, but that didn't work either. I don't want to break anything by pulling or twisting too hard. So, how do I remove the existing knobs? Also, can you recommend a good place to get the replacement knobs? Thanks for any assistance. Chas Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete B Posted December 24, 2011 Share Posted December 24, 2011 Use an old towel http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cuGc83-F_Wk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RaSTuS Posted December 24, 2011 Share Posted December 24, 2011 LOL, just beat me to it Pete. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LSAR Posted December 24, 2011 Share Posted December 24, 2011 The knobs on mine were also difficult to pull off... They came off eventually though, they just require a bunch more force than others... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chas63 Posted December 24, 2011 Author Share Posted December 24, 2011 Use an old towel http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cuGc83-F_Wk Thanks! The video was great! Any suggestions on where I might find new knobs (with numbers)? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RaSTuS Posted December 24, 2011 Share Posted December 24, 2011 I always get knobs etc from eBay, just be mindful of needing metric size (6mm shaft), places like GFS carry them at a reasonable price too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
damian Posted December 24, 2011 Share Posted December 24, 2011 Thanks! The video was great! Any suggestions on where I might find new knobs (with numbers)? Remember, try different variations on the towel technique....ie, with old t-shirts......It also may take time.....I had the same thread a while back..... It finally worked for me......( God bless the collective smarts here !!!!!!!! )......As per knobs, as RaSTuS says, GFS ( and e-bay)....Also try "Amplified Parts"......Knobs can be found through many web sites.....Keep in mind that knob 'holes' come in a variety of sizes......... Do your research...........I now have many knobs that don't fit what I want them to.......... :unsure: :blink: ................. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wildkat1 Posted July 25, 2018 Share Posted July 25, 2018 Remember, try different variations on the towel technique....ie, with old t-shirts......It also may take time.....I had the same thread a while back..... It finally worked for me......( God bless the collective smarts here !!!!!!!! )......As per knobs, as RaSTuS says, GFS ( and e-bay)....Also try "Amplified Parts"......Knobs can be found through many web sites.....Keep in mind that knob 'holes' come in a variety of sizes......... Do your research...........I now have many knobs that don't fit what I want them to.......... :unsure: :blink: ................. Just used this video and post to remove a volume knob from my Epi LP std. and it worked like a charm!!!! Thanks guys.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johntrem Posted July 31, 2018 Share Posted July 31, 2018 The method I use which has always worked well is using two teaspoons, one under each side of the knob, for leverage, and pushing up on the knob. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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