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Looking for offset tailpiece studs

jorgelutz

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Hi all,

I am a new member of the LPF. Hoping someone has a pair of offset tailpiece studs they could part with. I contacted Kim at Historic Makeovers and he doesn't have any left. If anyone knows of a set out there , please contact me.

Thanks.
 
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DANELECTRO

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I have some vintage parts but, offset?

The OP is referring to studs which have the head offset from the threads.

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When used on the treble-side of the bridge, it causes the stopbar to slant at the vintage-correct angle. Its a much easier was to get the correct angle on a Historic without plugging and re-drilling holes. This R8 has one on the treble side:

 
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