Chad Thorne Posted September 24, 2013 Share Posted September 24, 2013 I've bought an alder body to replace the incredibly heavy walnut body on my homemade J bass. How does one go about positioning the bridge in the right place; measurements, etc.? Thanks for the help! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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rumpelstiltskin. Posted September 24, 2013 Share Posted September 24, 2013 yes. yes, there is: #0093 Fender® Style Bass Bridge: 35" ± 1/16" from nut to center of rear-most mounting screws. Now you must locate the bridge laterally (side-to-side). With the neck in the neck pocket...align it with your length mark for the mounting screws. Make intersecting "cross-hair" marks for the mounting screw holes through the bridge plate. ... Remember the golden rule of woodworking, "Measure twice and cut once!" This is especially important with bridge location and drilling. To double-check the bridge's lateral location, take a long straightedge and place it along the edge of the neck. Be sure that a portion of the straightedge is over the body at the bridge's location. Compare the two sides of the neck and where the straightedge hangs over the bridge. (Example: the straightedge may be even with the outside of the E-string saddles, the outer saddle height screws, the outer edges of the bridge plate, etc.) Once you are convinced that the bridge is located correctly, centerpunch your marks and drill for the mounting screws/posts. i've never done this myself, but this seems like a reasonable procedure. because i like people. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chad Thorne Posted September 24, 2013 Author Share Posted September 24, 2013 Thanks! I also found this: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michele C. Posted September 24, 2013 Share Posted September 24, 2013 As an aside, I have just replaced the bridge/tremolo assembly in my Stratocaster (yes, that I played before) and am delighted at how the sound is different but the same. Same attitude, but more in your face, with all the edges sharper and the surfaces smoother. I have switched pick-ups with the Fender Custom Shop Special '54. This combined with a faultless tremolo that allows me the kind of abuse that Scott Henderson masters (but I don't) makes for a real treat. I feel my MIM is on a par with any possible Strat at any price. All in all, the quality of parts matters. -- Michele Costabile (http://proxybar.net) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
picker Posted September 24, 2013 Share Posted September 24, 2013 Whatcha gonna do with the walnut body, Chad? Always remember that you are unique. Just like everyone else. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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