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Post subject: Pick guard plastic
Posted: Wed Jan 22, 2014 5:44 pm
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Just purchased an American Special Stratocaster in candy red. My first strat and I love the look, sound and playability. I am a novice player and have had to take my guitars to the local music shop to have them setup. I like the fact that Fender supports the idea of learning to do the setup yourself. I have not seen this with other manufacturers.

My question has to do with the plastic covering the pick guard. What is the best way to remove it or should I even bother? I kind of like the Fender decal on it.

Maybe wait until I restring and do the setup?

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Dan


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Post subject: Re: Pick guard plastic
Posted: Wed Jan 22, 2014 6:09 pm
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The protective film should be removed as soon as possible lest the adhesive age and discolor the pickguard (especially noticeable on white, parchment, and mother of pearl). Don't forget the trem cover. Use tweezers to gently peel it away. It may be necessary to remove the pickguard screws and control knobs to get it all off cleanly.

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