Big Al
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Big Al, I wanted to ask you about the wiring harness in my Les Paul Custom, it will be the short shaft pot's ? The reason I ask is I am seriously thinking about replacing the wiring harness and I want to make sure I get the right one . Also is this a job that my Les Paul could or might get nicked/dinged or scratched or gouged ? I hate to be anal but I can't help it .
El Gringo muy Amigo, it depends on the year of manufacture, but I would guess it is long shaft pots you need. Does it have the metal grounding plate that all the controls mount to? I like them but if you want a more vintage look, who's gonna see?, you can remove the plate and then check to see if a short shaft will work. Some will clear the top and on others they won't extend far enough up to attach the washer and nut. The only tricky part with the long shaft is setting the individual height by using the two nuts on the shaft. The flat bottom control rout along with the carved top means each pot has it's own setting to fit right.
It isn't as scary as it sounds but it takes time and patience to do right.