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Post subject: Strat Necks
Posted: Mon Jun 23, 2008 7:18 am
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i've been working on a strat project for a while by modifying my fender imitation thing. i'm on a tight budget so i've been doubtful whether or not to purchase a new neck, and i would really like a nice 7.25" radius maple fretboard thing. i tried and i found out that my mexican 60s classic player neck fits onto the non-fender body so i've been wondering if i should order a mexican 50s neck from ebay (which suits my specification).

so, are the neck heels the same size on mexican fenders?

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Posted: Mon Jun 23, 2008 7:23 am
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Strats, and many imitation guitars, nominally have the same heel dimensions. So in theory you can swap necks between them.

In reality, you sometimes need to do a little work to make things fit snuggly, especially in the lower regions of the market.

You want a nice firm fit in the pocket - but not too tight. You don't want to be having to hit it with a mallet to get it in there!

Too loose? Tricky, but not a disaster. Bolt it in firmly is usually good enough.

Good luck!


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Posted: Mon Jun 23, 2008 7:33 am
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thanks a lot :)

i've still got a lot of sandpaper left after getting rid of the paint so i'll be able to make some space in the slot if need be.

thanks again.


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Posted: Mon Jun 23, 2008 8:07 am
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Just be sure it's snug, otherwise you'll have tuning, sustain and stability problems.


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Posted: Tue Jun 24, 2008 9:12 am
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its all about the fit good tight fit will make it just right

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