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[i]A [/i]couple of years back I had a similar situation with a guitarist. Said guitarist was a good friend as were the other band members. We gelled as mates and musically. But his reliability was just awful. Week in week out we would all be set up at rehearsal and waiting for him to hopefully turn up. Sometimes he did, more often he didn't. Sometimes he would phone, sometimes not. I stuck with it for about a year or so, until I decided enough was enough. I had come to the conclusion that the situation wasn't going to change and that I didnt want to spoil our friendship with a falling out, which there would have been, as I was starting to feel that it was a real insult leaving us all hanging each week. So, the friendship was preserved and I'm now in a couple of bands where everyone seems to be equally committed. My old mates are still at it, although not one gig since I left and only a handful of rehearsals in a year or so.

[quote name='Shambo' timestamp='1326731373' post='1501175'] Next time I see some dude with an old guitar in the pub I might go up and ask them for a sniff. [/quote] Probably a sound move if you want to acquire a black eye

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That's it, good man.

Yes I remember that and wanted to look it up but failed. I had started to think it was maybe on Talk Bass

Hope it's a good one

You have made me want to go and free my Wal from it's case. I've not gigged or even rehearsed it for an age. That will have to change.

[quote name='Graham' timestamp='1326459658' post='1497465'] Dammit, would've been up for this, but I'm getting married on the 8th of June and I don't think my bride to be would be too impressed if I popped out to do a gig.............. [/quote] Some women can be a bit touchy about that sort of thing

Enjoy, I'm sure it will be a very entertaining gig.

I did as Neepheid suggested but as I had just given up fags, used smoking economics. I gave up in July 2010 so have saved approx. £2,000. Allowing me to get a very nice G&L SB1 and a 75 P bass

[quote name='bigjohn' timestamp='1326320063' post='1495559'] Then put wood glue on the screws and bolted the neck on. Lovely. [/quote] Really? Why? Not looking to be argumentative, just can't see the need.

Nice one James. Not good though is it, that it's necessary to do so?

As you, I was slightly concerned when I found that the band I was joining downtuned by a semi tone. I have not found any problem or the need for any adjustments to the set up or truss rod. What has been a minor inconvenience is when trying to learn numbers that are recorded at concert pitch.

[b]Nice one Daz.[/b] Played this with a band a while back and always had fun with it.

You can drill out the holes but wouldn't really recommend doing it freehand as it were. Best bet is to use a proper drill bench and clamp down the neck so that there is no movement, ensuring that the holes are accurate and not skewing off at an angle.

I shall update with photos as the refurb progresses. Look forward to seeing it restored to it's former glory.

I had this one on my watch list, now deleted, what a total dick.

I use a Genz Shuttle 6 with two Mark Bass cabs and have been very pleased with the combination. Mine are not the travellers though.

Looking forward to it. Best of luck

Nice one. A much happier day for you today then

So glad the wait is over for you and us. Lovely looker, which will look even lovelier when you change the pick guard, good call.

[quote name='silddx' timestamp='1325813953' post='1488345'] Lovely! Have you read his autobiography 'The Big Wheel' ? If not, PM me your addy and I'll send it to you. It's a great read. [/quote] Thanks Nige, you are a fine chap

Yes and it's a joyous thing. Glad it's working out for you.

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