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Post subject: Tremelo Arm Tip
Posted: Mon Oct 29, 2007 4:24 pm
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Are the Squier tremelo arm tips replaceable with Fender tips of a different color?

Do you just yank off the old one?


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Posted: Thu Nov 01, 2007 2:47 pm
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I think so. You should be able pull the old one off, and put a new one on. You can buy new ones on line or at your local Music store. hope it wasn't stuck on with glue. Hope it works for you. If it is stuck on maybe just replace the whole arm.


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Posted: Thu Nov 01, 2007 5:25 pm
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Thanks for the info. on the tips.

Any tips to tighten up loose or wobbly trem arm? Don't want to overtighten but I suspect using it while loose can damage the threads. Perhaps plumbers teflon tape on the thread?


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Posted: Fri Nov 02, 2007 10:39 am
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Teflon tape may restrict the natural movement of the trem arm. You may have to replace the trem block.

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Posted: Fri Nov 02, 2007 11:03 am
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Yikes!

Would it take an American Model Block?


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Posted: Fri Nov 02, 2007 11:05 am
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I don't think the string spacing would match up. Check with an Authorized Fender Dealer.

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Posted: Fri Nov 02, 2007 11:43 am
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Thanks for the info.


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Posted: Fri Nov 02, 2007 12:42 pm
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From what I understand, Squier trems can vary even if they are the same model, but from different years, so some may be compatible with Fender parts, and some may not be. This is mainly due to the fact that in order to keep prices down, Squier will often get parts from different suppliers depending on what they need and what is available at a gppd price. That is why some components on similar Squier models can vary. There is less variation in Fenders because they usually get those parts from the same suppliers all the time, but this in turn, makes Fenders more expensive since they "don't shop around" for Fender parts like it is supspected they do with Squier parts.

So when it comes to modding or upgrading Squier Strat parts, you need may need to try a few different things or parts before you get one thats a good fit...

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Posted: Fri Nov 02, 2007 1:16 pm
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I appreciate the help.

I'll start off with measuring string spacing and start shopping around.

I measure from E to E at the bridge?


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Posted: Mon Nov 26, 2007 10:02 am
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Since I pay the bills as a plumber, using teflon tape on my tremolo arm threads seemed like a natural. I'd tried LocTite, but it kept breaking up and falling out.

If you use only one or two turns of thin teflon tape, it will not only do the job of keeping your arm where you set it, it can be periodically tightened back up without adding more tape. Here's how - if you unscrew the bar 1/2 turn, the teflon will bunch up in the threads and restore the fit you want when you tighten it back up w/ a 1/2 turn clockwise.

Don't over-do it or use heavy tape. Just as using too much can split a brass fitting, it can probably split your tremolo block - expecially if it's zinc.


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Posted: Mon Nov 26, 2007 10:31 am
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Thanks Black51


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You're welcome. I'm a lifelong DIY'er.


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8) Wildmann concurrs :D , the teflon tape tightens the fit,:shock: and, when it gets loose, :( the 1/2 turn, either way restores the fit! :o Tef. tape is cheap, and will save the threads from "Wombling Out" :D Geezer Rock Rules!!


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