With that title I thought, "hello, hello, hello", I'm going to be doing my first bit of moderating on the accessories and misc. forum.
But as you were, the excitement is over and I've put away my mods truncheon
Maybe wait until you've played it at another venue. Some instruments will just not be right in a village hall, whatever you try to do.
I've experienced the same in the past.
Give it a chance
[quote name='christoff_reid' timestamp='1391164455' post='2353911']
I'm ever so tempted by this.
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He is a fine chap to deal with, you won't be disappointed.
Wow Jamie, that is properly roadworn.
Like others have said, leave the electrics alone. Give it a clean,,,, play and enjoy.
It's certainly an instrument you can gig and not worry about it getting a dink or two.
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This is such a nice bass in really good condition! If I hadn't just bought one, I'd be all over this!
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Thanks, hope you enjoy your purchase.
[quote name='jaybass 70' timestamp='1390813339' post='2349680']
Dunno about the physics to be honest, wouldn't hanging a guitar cause a bit of stress at the neck/body joint due to the actual weight of the guitar ? (applies to bolt on necks, not neck through)
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Think you are worrying unnecessarily, after all, they hang on straps when we play em.
There are a few of us with 70's Fenders for sale at the moment on the forum.
Most of us Bass Chatters are friendly, trustworthy and I would think happy to arrange a demo. Go check them out
Good luck and enjoy the search.