1985 rhoads, whats it worth?

[69dodgecharger]

Hi, I have a 1985 rhoads, serial # rr1188 its white w/black hardware and a kahlar trem. Any idea what its value is? The guitar is in very good shape, couple nicks on the sharp edge of the guitar but thats about it.

My other question is, would having this guitar fitted with a floyd rose (done by a pro) make the guitar less valuable?
I am not looking at selling the guitar, just curious if it is worth anything because it is kinda vintage now, and I dont want to kill the value of it.

heres the only pic I have, next to my others

[cookiemonster2]

No idea on the value but I like your soloist.

[RacerX]

Are ya sellin' it?

http://www.jcfonline.com/forums/showthread.php?t=63392

[fett]

Welcome to the board. Being the King of Cheap Guitars, I would have to say that "ANY" mod, particularly going from a Kahler to a Floyd, would lessen the value of the guitar considerably. Not only that, but the cost to do that mod would set you back a lot of money. Leave it alone.

[69dodgecharger]

na, im not selling it. The cost to convert it was $400 including the floyd. I just hate the bridge thats on it, never stays in tune.

[kelly user]

its your guitar do as you please. no sense on having something on there that you don't want

[fett]

If it's your "Player" than do the mod. But, it will diminish the value if you decide to sell. Why not take to the Tech and have him see why the Kahler won't stay in tune. If it's shot, just rebuild it or buy a new one.

[Nazgul]

Are ya sellin' it?

http://www.jcfonline.com/forums/showthread.php?t=63392

Good one, Ron!

[fett]

Ron, Ron, Ron.

[69dodgecharger]

If it's your "Player" than do the mod. But, it will diminish the value if you decide to sell. Why not take to the Tech and have him see why the Kahler won't stay in tune. If it's shot, just rebuild it or buy a new one.

are they actually decent trems? This is the only guitar that I have played with one. Maybe this one is shot like you said.

[fett]

Why not mess with it awhile? I have a Hondo with a Kahler Flyer trem. It was new for me. I just have to get the right hex key to adjust it. Go to the Kahler site. Don't give up.

[VoiceX3]

those Kahlers are good trems and should stay in tune. Some people swear by the heavier springs and a good pro setup. I would tend to agree, plus the tech should be able to tell you if it's shot and needs a rebuild.

[Sanctuary]

Read here: http://www.glowingtubes.com/p/Kahler_Instructions.htm

[model1]

Kahlers will definitely stay in tune if treated and maintained right
it's the only trem i play
what do you think why people like slayer playing these
BECAUSE THEY'RE GOOD

you will cut a big chunk of its vintage worth if you floyd it

[Accept2]

One of the keys to unlooking the potential of the Kahler is to use the strings designed for it. It makes a big difference...........