Tweet
Discovered that my Jackson locking nut has string grooves worn into the top part of it, making it impossible to clamp the strings completely. Any ideas where I can find one? These things are a bad design to begin with, b/c the A and B string angle down across the top of the locking screw, and will eventually mess up the threads on the screw. I had to replace the one on my model 88 back in '93, b/c it messed the threads up on the screw. I might just consider getting a Floyd nut installed to replace the factory nut. Parts for those are easy to find and replace. Then the truss rod cover won't look quite right, I guess I could get another one made to cover the correct space. Thanks for your input.
-
It's not your job to be as confused as Nigel.... -
Just to be sure we're talking about the same thing, it's the behind-the-nut string lock that came with the JT-6 trem, right? Other than modding it to take a floyd locknut, your best bet is probably to get a Kahler stringlock to replace it. They sell them at wammiworld.com or kahlerparts.com for around $40.00 -
Budman sold me locking screw and pads for the JT6 once. I don't see them listed separately on his site, though._________________________________________________
"Artists should be free to spend their days mastering their craft so that working people can toil away in a more beautiful world."
- Ken MComment
-
Glad you mentioned Budman! Check this out. He's got whole replacement stringlocks that fit the JT-6 screw pattern for $17!
That should fix you right up, darnoc.Comment
-
I have seen the Kahler on another site and wondered if that would fit, just hadn't measured the Jackson nut to compare them. HUGE thanks to all for the helpful info!It's not your job to be as confused as Nigel....Comment
-
My JT6 kinda drives me nuts. Wherever I take the guitar, it leaves a trail of parts that fell off of it behind me.
I really need to take the plunge and drop an OFR on there.
_________________________________________________
"Artists should be free to spend their days mastering their craft so that working people can toil away in a more beautiful world."
- Ken MComment
-
At least you never have to worry about finding your way home.Originally posted by Axewielder View Post
Comment
-
If it's the JT6 Kahler style nut lock, take it off and turn it round through 180 degrees, and you'll extend its life. It'll keep you going until you can get a Kahler one instead. Converting to a Floyd is a bigger job.Comment
-
+1 for Budman. He's easy to deal with and has quality stuff.Comment
-
+2 for budman.Every man dies... Not every man really lives!!Comment
-
+3 for Budman, top guy!Comment
Comment