Fudloe Posted March 26, 2012 Share Posted March 26, 2012 I just had to share this with y'all. About eight years ago, I had my wonderful '65 non-reverse Firebird (three P-90''s) stolen by a former landlord in a rent dispute. I could never prove they had stolen it, and it never resurfaced, so I assumed it was gone forever. Then, out of the blue, I ran into his ex. She HAD it! She stole it from HIM because he owed HER money! So, a little wrangling, haggling, hollering and finally, relenting and I bought her back (at a steal!). So she sits in front of me, as thankful as I am to be reunited. If I ever put her down again, I might get something to eat! So there ya go, wished DO get granted! -Fud Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bonzoboy Posted March 26, 2012 Share Posted March 26, 2012 I love a story with a happy ending,congrats on getting your baby back.You were lucky to get her back,she could be worth almost $9,000 these days. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rocky4 Posted March 26, 2012 Share Posted March 26, 2012 Fantastic news! I'm happy for you Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brundaddy Posted March 26, 2012 Share Posted March 26, 2012 Sweet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigtim Posted March 26, 2012 Share Posted March 26, 2012 Man that is awesome!!!!! Post a pic of it would you? I have always loved those things.........That made my day reading this!!!!! Tim Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest farnsbarns Posted March 26, 2012 Share Posted March 26, 2012 Excellent! Imo you should now report them both to the police. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
saturn Posted March 26, 2012 Share Posted March 26, 2012 Great story. But seriously, now we need some photos to make it complete. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
badbluesplayer Posted March 26, 2012 Share Posted March 26, 2012 Congrats!! Great story. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pfox14 Posted March 26, 2012 Share Posted March 26, 2012 You see some good things do come to those who wait Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EVOL! Posted March 26, 2012 Share Posted March 26, 2012 Great story. But seriously, now we need some photos to make it complete. This. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
manse Posted March 26, 2012 Share Posted March 26, 2012 I just had to share this with y'all. About eight years ago, I had my wonderful '65 non-reverse Firebird (three P-90''s) stolen by a former landlord in a rent dispute. I could never prove they had stolen it, and it never resurfaced, so I assumed it was gone forever. Then, out of the blue, I ran into his ex. She HAD it! She stole it from HIM because he owed HER money! So, a little wrangling, haggling, hollering and finally, relenting and I bought her back (at a steal!). So she sits in front of me, as thankful as I am to be reunited. If I ever put her down again, I might get something to eat! So there ya go, wished DO get granted! -Fud brilliant! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fudloe Posted March 30, 2012 Author Share Posted March 30, 2012 Took a while to get any pics, because I can't put her down! Here you go,ain't she wonderful? Took the Maestro trem assembly off (it's okay, it's designed to do that!) and ran wrap around. Also, I replaced the old compensated bridge (which someone has slotted, like a nut) with a badass tune-O-matic wrap around. Still have the old one- had it the whole time this old girl was M.I.A.. Never did have the trem arm, so I ordered one the day she came home. I may never actually use it, but I'll have it, you know? Anyway, it sure is grand to be playing her again. -Fud PS- anybody know how to get post bigger pics? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SlashPerryBurst Posted March 30, 2012 Share Posted March 30, 2012 Wow. That is a nice story. Glad things worked out for you in the end. Speaking as someone who had a 61 reissue sg stolen at the age of 17, I sincerely hope I have a reunion like you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
damian Posted March 30, 2012 Share Posted March 30, 2012 Took a while to get any pics, because I can't put her down! Here you go,ain't she wonderful? Took the Maestro trem assembly off (it's okay, it's designed to do that!) and ran wrap around. Also, I replaced the old compensated bridge (which someone has slotted, like a nut) with a badass tune-O-matic wrap around. Still have the old one- had it the whole time this old girl was M.I.A.. Never did have the trem arm, so I ordered one the day she came home. I may never actually use it, but I'll have it, you know? Anyway, it sure is grand to be playing her again. -Fud PS- anybody know how to get post bigger pics? Yes, use "Photobucket"...........And, uber congrats........... [thumbup] ............ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fudloe Posted March 30, 2012 Author Share Posted March 30, 2012 THERE we go! Used the wrong codes last time. And thanks EVERYONE for all of the congratulations! I hope everyone who's ever had a coveted guitar stolen gets it back and quickly! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Riffster Posted March 30, 2012 Share Posted March 30, 2012 Great story, killer guitar and awesome beard! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Versatile Posted March 30, 2012 Share Posted March 30, 2012 I concur... Great emotive story Great guitar Great beard Firebirds all are really special V Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fudloe Posted March 31, 2012 Author Share Posted March 31, 2012 Ah, well, thank you, thank you. It's nice to not shave. And yes, Firebirds are very special. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AXE® Posted March 31, 2012 Share Posted March 31, 2012 Woo Hoo!!! Great news indeed!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cabba2203 Posted March 31, 2012 Share Posted March 31, 2012 Glad you have recovered it! Great color too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bonzoboy Posted March 31, 2012 Share Posted March 31, 2012 Cool colour,is that a Pelham Blue faded to green or was she originally green?I can just imagine how absolutely horrible that you must've felt because when I had a cheap little Raven parlour size guitar stolen I felt terrible and I had only paid about $70 for that in the mid 70s.So the pain you must have felt probably needed medication. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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