This is the part that your springs mount to inside the vibrato cavity. 
However, by pushing down on the trem arm, or, dive bombing, you can access the top tension screw.To better secure your tremolo arm or to inhibit how freely it spins, youll want to tighten this screw. I would screw them down until the screw is flush with the bridge plate, and then add about another 1/4 turn to ensure they are snug. However I went to home depot and managed to find both just to be sure. #3. The bottom tension screw cannot be accessed unless the tremolo block is removed entirely. When you tighten them, the bridge tends to lean away from the neck, ultimately laying flush against the body. Apr 22, 2012. 40. 
Gainesville, FL. Only 1 left in stock - order soon. The mounting spacing of this bridge measures 2.1875. This bridge accommodates the vintage-style 10-32 tremolo arm that screws into the collet. Go evenly with each screw as well. #3. 18. if they cause the back of the bridge to raise off the body when no strings or springs are attached, they're too tight. TheRedStrat said: Thanks guys. Next, turn the guitar over and make sure the six mounting screws holding the tremolo to the body are all adjusted flush to the bridge plate ( Photo 5 ). Tighten them until they just hold the bridge plate in place then loosen them a half turn. #1. Glasgow, Scotland. WebThe Strat trem continues to be extremely popular with guitarists and was updated in 1986 when Fender moved from a six-point bridge attachment method (i.e. Simply install the fulcrum into your six screw strat, put the bridge on top of it and youre done. However, by pushing down on the trem arm, or, dive bombing, you can access the top tension screw.To better secure your tremolo arm or to inhibit how freely it spins, youll want to tighten this screw. Simply adjust the corresponding screws and youre good to go. 41,309. Get 'em all flush with the plate then add that last 1/4 turn with alternate screws. Don't tighten them too much, otherwise the tremolo will rock forward on its beveled edge. 41,309. LutherBurger. Don't you typically want the outer two to be a little tighter than the inner four, as well? Flip your guitar over and tune it up. six screws are drilled into the body to attach the bridge) to a two-point This is because you will be adding tension to your strings at the same time. Hey out there, I'm putting together a strat now, a '79 neck, Japanese 70's re-issue 3 bolt body drilled for 6 screw vintage bridge, and would like to hear some comments and/or thoughts on which type of bridge people perfer for sustain and for staying in tune between the 6 screw vintage, or the two bolt type. TheRedStrat said: Thanks guys. The Evergreen State. So, all that said, the main effect that these claw mounting screws have is on the tension of the tremolo bridge. If your bridge leans too much towards the neck, tighten those two screws. This bridge accommodates the vintage-style 10-32 tremolo arm that screws into the collet. This is the part that your springs mount to inside the vibrato cavity. You might spot one screw from a pair has mysteriously raised up. Part of the series: Fender Stratocaster: Electric Guitar Setup. I would screw them down until the screw is flush with the bridge plate, and then add about another 1/4 turn to ensure they are snug. WebThe Wilkinson bridge solves this by allowing you to tighten the arm with a grub screw in the back of the tone block. Simply adjust the corresponding screws and youre good to go. Tighten the springs all the way down first. Hey out there, I'm putting together a strat now, a '79 neck, Japanese 70's re-issue 3 bolt body drilled for 6 screw vintage bridge, and would like to hear some comments and/or thoughts on which type of bridge people perfer for sustain and for staying in tune between the 6 screw vintage, or the two bolt type. When you loosen these screws, the bridge will tend to lean towards the neck. You might spot one screw from a pair has mysteriously raised up. Jun 10, 2017. If your bridge leans too much towards the neck, tighten those two screws. However I went to home depot and managed to find both just to be sure. When you tighten them, the bridge tends to lean away from the neck, ultimately laying flush against the body. Lower each screw just enough for the bridge plate to sit flat and flush with the body. You only need to snug them up equally. Do not screw them all the way in, but tighten them so that they are substantially closer to the body. Don't you typically want the outer two to be a little tighter than the inner four, as well? #3. Jun 10, 2017. FREE delivery Mon, Jan 23 on $25 of items shipped by Amazon. Glasgow, Scotland. The height-adjustment screws on some bridge saddles can work themselves loose over time. 5. From what I read a lot of people say the screws are #6 and 1 1/4, too, but some companies like all parts sell them as 6 x 1 inch, while callaham bridges are 6 x 1,1/4. six screws are drilled into the body to attach the bridge) to a two-point Simply pop in the arm and tighten the screw until you are happy with how the arm feels when moving it around. From what I read a lot of people say the screws are #6 and 1 1/4, too, but some companies like all parts sell them as 6 x 1 inch, while callaham bridges are 6 x 1,1/4. #6. 7,265. Simply install the fulcrum into your six screw strat, put the bridge on top of it and youre done. Then you can tighten the screws, but only until they just touch the plate -- screwing them down tight actually raises the back of the bridge. Part of the series: Fender Stratocaster: Electric Guitar Setup. So, all that said, the main effect that these claw mounting screws have is on the tension of the tremolo bridge. However I went to home depot and managed to find both just to be sure. Flip your guitar over and tune it up. #4. ghostwolf said: they should just barely touch the bridgeplate. When you loosen these screws, the bridge will tend to lean towards the neck. WebThen loosen all six screws located at the front edge of the bridge plate, raising them so that they all measure approximately 1/16" (1.6 mm) above the top of the bridge plate. Oct 9, 2011. WebOne of Fender's Custom Shop Master Builders shows us the definitive way to adjust a Strat Bridge Tighten the springs all the way down first. If your bridge leans too much away from the neck, loosen those two screws a bit. Lower each screw just enough for the bridge plate to sit flat and flush with the body. 7,265. Its likely to rattle and, if not tightened up again, its not unusual for it to fall out completely. When you loosen these screws, the bridge will tend to lean towards the neck. Tighten the springs all the way down first. This is because you will be adding tension to your strings at the same time. The mounting spacing of this bridge measures 2.1875. Nov 8, 2011. WebDopro 6-Pack Stainless Steel Phillips Head Vintage-Style Guitar Tremolo Bridge Mounting Screws for Vintage FD Strat/Stratocaster. 7,265. Then tighten the two outside screws back down until they're flush To do this, you will have to tighten the two large screws on the bracket. if they cause the back of the bridge to raise off the body when no strings or springs are attached, they're too tight. Oct 9, 2011. Afterward you'll have to adjust the saddle heights, too. If your bridge leans too much away from the neck, loosen those two screws a bit. Its likely to rattle and, if not tightened up again, its not unusual for it to fall out completely. The Evergreen State. Go evenly with each screw as well. As is customary with these bridges, adjusting the string height and the intonation is a breeze. 5. #3. in fact, the middle 4 screws should be less than zero torque, they should be lifted up away from the plate by like a half-turn. Jul 16, 2009. Ive seen more than one bridge with missing screws because of this crazy phenomenon. Simply pop in the arm and tighten the screw until you are happy with how the arm feels when moving it around. This is the part that your springs mount to inside the vibrato cavity. Simply adjust the corresponding screws and youre good to go. If your bridge leans too much towards the neck, tighten those two screws. The Evergreen State. Jul 16, 2009. 5. You might spot one screw from a pair has mysteriously raised up. To do this, you will have to tighten the two large screws on the bracket. WebThen loosen all six screws located at the front edge of the bridge plate, raising them so that they all measure approximately 1/16" (1.6 mm) above the top of the bridge plate. TheRedStrat said: Thanks guys. Then tighten the two outside screws back down until they're flush Part of the series: Fender Stratocaster: Electric Guitar Setup. When you tighten them, the bridge tends to lean away from the neck, ultimately laying flush against the body. Nov 8, 2011. #1. When you tighten them, only turn them a quarter turn at a time. #6. The mounting spacing of this bridge measures 2.1875. Then you can tighten the screws, but only until they just touch the plate -- screwing them down tight actually raises the back of the bridge. Ive seen more than one bridge with missing screws because of this crazy phenomenon. 4.9 (22) $699. When you tighten them, only turn them a quarter turn at a time. Afterward you'll have to adjust the saddle heights, too. 4. This is because you will be adding tension to your strings at the same time. Dec 13, 2016. Simply install the fulcrum into your six screw strat, put the bridge on top of it and youre done. #1. Get 'em all flush with the plate then add that last 1/4 turn with alternate screws. Photo 5. #4. ghostwolf said: they should just barely touch the bridgeplate. Get 'em all flush with the plate then add that last 1/4 turn with alternate screws. FREE delivery Mon, Jan 23 on $25 of items shipped by Amazon. This bridge accommodates the vintage-style 10-32 tremolo arm that screws into the collet. WebThe Wilkinson bridge solves this by allowing you to tighten the arm with a grub screw in the back of the tone block. WebSpring Tension: Fender Stratocaster Setup. You only need to snug them up equally. 40. six screws are drilled into the body to attach the bridge) to a two-point #4. ghostwolf said: they should just barely touch the bridgeplate. So, all that said, the main effect that these claw mounting screws have is on the tension of the tremolo bridge. From what I read a lot of people say the screws are #6 and 1 1/4, too, but some companies like all parts sell them as 6 x 1 inch, while callaham bridges are 6 x 1,1/4. Only 1 left in stock - order soon. Afterward you'll have to adjust the saddle heights, too. The height-adjustment screws on some bridge saddles can work themselves loose over time. Next, turn the guitar over and make sure the six mounting screws holding the tremolo to the body are all adjusted flush to the bridge plate ( Photo 5 ). WebThe Strat trem continues to be extremely popular with guitarists and was updated in 1986 when Fender moved from a six-point bridge attachment method (i.e. 4. The back of the Fender Strat bridge. 18. Don't tighten them too much, otherwise the tremolo will rock forward on its beveled edge. Dec 13, 2016. Photo 5. FREE delivery Mon, Jan 23 on $25 of items shipped by Amazon. 41,309. Then you can tighten the screws, but only until they just touch the plate -- screwing them down tight actually raises the back of the bridge. Flip your guitar over and tune it up. WebOne of Fender's Custom Shop Master Builders shows us the definitive way to adjust a Strat Bridge WebThe Strat trem continues to be extremely popular with guitarists and was updated in 1986 when Fender moved from a six-point bridge attachment method (i.e. Jun 10, 2017. #3. in fact, the middle 4 screws should be less than zero torque, they should be lifted up away from the plate by like a half-turn. #3. in fact, the middle 4 screws should be less than zero torque, they should be lifted up away from the plate by like a half-turn. Ive seen more than one bridge with missing screws because of this crazy phenomenon. As is customary with these bridges, adjusting the string height and the intonation is a breeze. You only need to snug them up equally. Do not screw them all the way in, but tighten them so that they are substantially closer to the body. 18. The bottom tension screw cannot be accessed unless the tremolo block is removed entirely. WebSpring Tension: Fender Stratocaster Setup. if they cause the back of the bridge to raise off the body when no strings or springs are attached, they're too tight. WebDopro 6-Pack Stainless Steel Phillips Head Vintage-Style Guitar Tremolo Bridge Mounting Screws for Vintage FD Strat/Stratocaster. Apr 22, 2012. To do this, you will have to tighten the two large screws on the bracket. Gainesville, FL. Simply pop in the arm and tighten the screw until you are happy with how the arm feels when moving it around. I would screw them down until the screw is flush with the bridge plate, and then add about another 1/4 turn to ensure they are snug. The bottom tension screw cannot be accessed unless the tremolo block is removed entirely. As is customary with these bridges, adjusting the string height and the intonation is a breeze. Oct 9, 2011. Lower each screw just enough for the bridge plate to sit flat and flush with the body. Don't tighten them too much, otherwise the tremolo will rock forward on its beveled edge. #6. Then tighten the two outside screws back down until they're flush The back of the Fender Strat bridge. However, by pushing down on the trem arm, or, dive bombing, you can access the top tension screw.To better secure your tremolo arm or to inhibit how freely it spins, youll want to tighten this screw. Gainesville, FL. Dec 13, 2016. LutherBurger. WebDopro 6-Pack Stainless Steel Phillips Head Vintage-Style Guitar Tremolo Bridge Mounting Screws for Vintage FD Strat/Stratocaster. 4.9 (22) $699. WebThen loosen all six screws located at the front edge of the bridge plate, raising them so that they all measure approximately 1/16" (1.6 mm) above the top of the bridge plate. Hey out there, I'm putting together a strat now, a '79 neck, Japanese 70's re-issue 3 bolt body drilled for 6 screw vintage bridge, and would like to hear some comments and/or thoughts on which type of bridge people perfer for sustain and for staying in tune between the 6 screw vintage, or the two bolt type. Only 1 left in stock - order soon. WebSpring Tension: Fender Stratocaster Setup. Do not screw them all the way in, but tighten them so that they are substantially closer to the body. Its likely to rattle and, if not tightened up again, its not unusual for it to fall out completely. When you tighten them, only turn them a quarter turn at a time. WebOne of Fender's Custom Shop Master Builders shows us the definitive way to adjust a Strat Bridge Jul 16, 2009. Next, turn the guitar over and make sure the six mounting screws holding the tremolo to the body are all adjusted flush to the bridge plate ( Photo 5 ). Go evenly with each screw as well. 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