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Post subject: How to change strings with tuners that have slots in them
Posted: Fri May 07, 2010 5:59 am
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Hi I am a little embarrased but I have a 71 fender tele and it has tuners that have slots in the top rather than the traditional holes. can someone please tell me how to change the strings? I have tried wrapping the string around the slot but it doesn't tighten the strings.


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Posted: Fri May 07, 2010 6:25 am
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Don't be embarassed, split shaft tuners confused me at first too.

You first cut the end of the string to length, then bend it 90 degrees about 1/8" - 1/4" from the end. Stick it in the hole in the tuner and wind it up.

Fender has a how to guide right here, it probably explains it better:
"Vintage keys. For these, you'll want to pre-cut the strings to achieve the proper length and desired amount of winds. Pull the sixth string (tautly, remember) to the fourth key and cut it. Pull the fifth string to the third key and cut it. Pull the fourth string between the second and first keys and cut it. Pull the third string nearly to the top of the headcap and cut it. Pull the second string about a 1/2" (13 mm) past the headcap and cut it. Finally, pull the first string 1 1/2" (38 mm) past the top of the headcap and cut it. Insert into the center hole in the tuning key, bend and crimp to a 90-degree angle, and wind neatly in a downward pattern, being carefull to prevent overlapping of the strings." from http://www.fender.com/support/telecaste ... _guide.php

Here is another good explanation: http://www.thegearpage.net/board/showth ... p?t=200306

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Posted: Mon May 17, 2010 7:30 am
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If you go to the Guitar Center's Telecaster page, there is a video that will walk you through the process.

Cheers,
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Posted: Mon May 17, 2010 8:23 am
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AHH.
Thats why theres a hole. I just struggle with the slot.

Sanx for the info.
Craig


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