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Posted: Mon Apr 07, 2008 5:12 pm
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I have just recently taught myself how to do my own set up. I am pleased with the results. However, I noticed over the weekend that the saddle spring on the low E string is compressed pretty much all the way. The string is perfectly intonated or as close as I can get it. I am wondering that if, over a period of time, the spring may lose it's tension. I am sure if it would become necessary, I could replace the spring somewhere down the line. I am not too overly concerned but, I was wondering has anyone run into this before. I am using Markley Blue Steels .010-.046.


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Cool. I was pretty sure it was a minor issue. Thanks.


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If the tension is causing the saddle to raise off the plate, you could always cut or remove the spring.

Also check that the forward tilt on you bridge plate is not too severe. Fender recommends between 3/32 to 4/32 at the back edge of the bridge plate.


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Posted: Tue Apr 08, 2008 6:39 pm
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Because of the floating trem learning to set up your guitar yourself is practical as well as economical. Kudos to ya dude! Those springs don't exert a huge amount of pressure so you shouldn't have a problem. I play a lot and the max that a set of strings last me would be about 3 weeks. Every string change requires a fresh set up and frequent tweaking the first day or two for me.

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Post subject: Re: Saddle spring.
Posted: Tue Apr 08, 2008 7:01 pm
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However, I noticed over the weekend that the saddle spring on the low E string is compressed pretty much all the way. The string is perfectly intonated or as close as I can get it.


You might consider cutting off a turn or two the next time you change strings. A quick snip with some wire cutters will do it.

I wish I had a nickel for every spring I trimmed to length. I'd probably have enough for a candy bar, at least.

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