Hey guys, i got a floyd rose, for my old squier, want to see if i can put it in, no one in any local guitar stores want to do it. Is it really that big of a task? I've looked at other floyd rose guitars, doesnt look that hard...
This is a significant modification, requiring some critical wood removal that could impact the structural integrity of the guitar body and neck (locking nut, right?). It requires experience, (ideally) FR routing templates, a router, maybe a paint booth and other tools that most guitar stores won't have unless they specialize in complex repairs and modifications. I suspect even those with the tools may decide the ecomonics of doing this on a Squier are questionable.
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This is a significant modification, requiring some critical wood removal that could impact the structural integrity of the guitar body and neck (locking nut, right?). It requires experience, (ideally) FR routing templates, a router, maybe a paint booth and other tools that most guitar stores won't have unless they specialize in complex repairs and modifications. I suspect even those with the tools may decide the ecomonics of doing this on a Squier are questionable.
Sounds easy enough! Where's the screwdriver thingy? :shock:
right next to the "ecomonics" thingamabob
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I think it got moved, Greg.
It's by the floor jack now.
Bish
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The instructions are online right next to the do it yourself appendectomy.
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grow big, wear glasses if you need 'em."
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The instructions are online right next to the do it yourself appendectomy.
Which version of the DIY appy -- the one using only the shop vac or the other by medium bristle toothbrush and Marmite?
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The instructions are online right next to the do it yourself appendectomy.
Which version of the DIY appy -- the one using only the shop vac or the other by medium bristle toothbrush and Marmite?
Hmmmm .. I was referring to the one with the pen knife and the six pack? :?
"Work hard, rock hard, eat hard, sleep hard,
grow big, wear glasses if you need 'em."
-- The Webb Wilder Credo --
so what youre saying is that i should just put a regular bridge into it?
I think that's what they are saying. However if you don't really value the guitar, and you have the routing template, a workbench, a router and the right bit AND you're handy doing basic woodworking, you might be able to pull it off.
Don't try it on a guitar you actually want to play when you are done. That way if you get it to work you'll be pleasantly surprised.
im kind of confused here. does a floyd rose require more routing to the body than a regular tremolo? if so where
The routing on the underside would be about the same but for a floyd you need to route a pocket on the top of the guitar just behind the bridge. This is so the arm can float and move both ways. The Floyd has two posts it sits on and they need to be precisely placed as well. Another route is at the nut. The standard one needs to be replaced with a locking one.
"Work hard, rock hard, eat hard, sleep hard,
grow big, wear glasses if you need 'em."
-- The Webb Wilder Credo --
If you want to use a Floyd, my suggestion is you sell the old squire body that you currently have and buy a Squier body with the Floyd route. (Or just buy a Floyd guitar). The Squier body with the Floyd route tend to go for about $75.
Youcan get Floyd routing templates from Stew Mac, but it is definitely a job.
-=- Steve
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