Model 3 Neck

[sithgt6]

Oh mighty and wise Jackson/Charvel masters...

I have a Mdl 3 (bought her new back in the good ole days, 87-88) but here is my problem:

This girl has seen better days, been across the Atlantic, thru the Mediterrainian, the Red Sea and Persian Gulf with me during the first Gulf War while I was in the Navy.

Then 10 yrs ago while my son was learning to walk -- pulled her off the stand and onto the floor -- snapping the corner of the headstock off of the first (low E) tuning machine. Well, I crammed the piece back on and glued it into place and it ain't pretty, but hasn't moved in ten years.

What would I be looking at for getting a replacement neck to bolt right on and look and feel like brand new? I have some fret wear now and am interested in keeping her true to her roots while bringing her back to life.

Any and all help appreciated...

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[Tekky]

Re: Model 3 Neck

eBay has many model series necks available. All of those necks were interchangable. Whether it's from an 86 Model 4, a Model 3, or a Model 2, any one should be just fine.

[sithgt6]

Re: Model 3 Neck

Thanks -- any idea what $$ range I should expect to be in when purchasing?

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[Tekky]

Re: Model 3 Neck

I've seen them go for between $25 and $125. It just depends on what you're willing to spend and how much patience you have.

[etaeniura]

Re: Model 3 Neck

there are at least 4 or 5 necks on the bay right now. Tekkys price range is about right. But, unless there is a tone of fret wear or the neck is warped, I would stick witht he original. That is actually a common break on those encks, probably second only to the headstock tip. If it hasn't moved in ten years, it probably won't move in the next ten!

[sithgt6]

Re: Model 3 Neck

My wife tells me to leave it be as well -- says it's got sentimental value that way.

Thanks for your info Tekky, but maybe I'll just get the frets dressed up and smile everytime I look at the crack... [img]/images/graemlins/grin.gif[/img]

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