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Forum: Tele-Technical Today, 02:50 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 250
Posted By Mike Simpson
I use the Big D Varitone on a guitar I built. ...

I use the Big D Varitone on a guitar I built.
http://bigdguitars.com/varitone.html

http://www.tdpri.com/forum/tele-home-depot/196963-tres-recogida-especial-4.html#post2571488
Forum: Finely Finished Yesterday, 12:17 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 238
Posted By Mike Simpson
As above... grain fill it or it will look like...

As above... grain fill it or it will look like it's full of holes. (pores)

Probably best to do the grain fill and level sand twice... unless it needs more.
Forum: Telecaster Discussion Forum May 22nd, 2013, 01:01 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 252
Posted By Mike Simpson
A Wilkinson compensated 3 brass saddle bridge for...

A Wilkinson compensated 3 brass saddle bridge for $20 is a WAY better bridge.
Forum: Other Guitars, other instruments May 22nd, 2013, 10:48 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 625
Posted By Mike Simpson
I have, and would again.

I have, and would again.
Forum: The DIY Tool Shed May 22nd, 2013, 02:25 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 189
Posted By Mike Simpson
As stated above... I use a forstner bit to...

As stated above...
I use a forstner bit to remove most of the wood.
...
Forum: Tab, Tips, Theory and Technique May 21st, 2013, 12:16 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 596
Posted By Mike Simpson
Cool version... love the Teisco gold foil sound

Cool version... love the Teisco gold foil sound
Forum: Tab, Tips, Theory and Technique May 19th, 2013, 11:47 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 587
Posted By Mike Simpson
Ya pluck chickens... ya pick the git-tar

Ya pluck chickens... ya pick the git-tar
Forum: Tele-Technical May 19th, 2013, 06:51 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,151
Posted By Mike Simpson
Too bad about the bridge rusting quickly. In my...

Too bad about the bridge rusting quickly. In my opinion they should have replaced it for you.
Forum: Bad Dog Cafe May 19th, 2013, 05:31 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 1,176
Posted By Mike Simpson
I would not move to Mexico... period.

I would not move to Mexico... period.
Forum: Tele Home Depot May 19th, 2013, 05:11 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 689
Posted By Mike Simpson
Crazy COOL :cool:

Crazy COOL :cool:
Forum: Tele-Technical May 19th, 2013, 04:45 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,151
Posted By Mike Simpson
This is my 2012 challenge build with a Wilkinson...

This is my 2012 challenge build with a Wilkinson bridge. It is the only one I use now. It does not have the lower edge cut off but I don't mind.
...
Forum: Tele-Technical May 19th, 2013, 04:40 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,151
Posted By Mike Simpson
This pic is from 2009 when it was 2 years old. ...

This pic is from 2009 when it was 2 years old.

http://www.tdpri.com/telephoto/data/714/medium/img_1321a.jpg
Forum: Tele-Technical May 19th, 2013, 03:01 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,151
Posted By Mike Simpson
I have not had any rusting or discoloration...

I have not had any rusting or discoloration issues with the Callaham hardware and bridge I bought in 2007. My bridge is 6 years old now with no rust evident anywhere, lots of play on the guitar and...
Forum: Bad Dog Cafe May 19th, 2013, 02:07 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 787
Posted By Mike Simpson
Burnt Weeny Sandwich... FZ

Burnt Weeny Sandwich... FZ
Forum: Amp Tech Center May 18th, 2013, 08:28 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 279
Posted By Mike Simpson
Was the intention of having pin 1 tied to the...

Was the intention of having pin 1 tied to the case so the metal cover could be grounded to the chassis?
Forum: Welcome Wagon May 18th, 2013, 04:55 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 217
Posted By Mike Simpson
Welcome to the TDPRI forum.

Welcome to the TDPRI forum.
Forum: Tele Home Depot May 17th, 2013, 12:51 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 903
Posted By Mike Simpson
1. Start a build thread with pictures of the part...

1. Start a build thread with pictures of the part you have questions on. It is difficult to give correct answers to general questions.

2. How big are the holes and where are they in relation to...
Forum: Other Guitars, other instruments May 17th, 2013, 12:19 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 302
Posted By Mike Simpson
I could play and gig as long as I live and only...

I could play and gig as long as I live and only need more strings and picks... maybe a cord eventually.
Forum: Tele Home Depot May 15th, 2013, 01:21 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 338
Posted By Mike Simpson
Buy the stew mac bit and the bearing to fit your...

Buy the stew mac bit and the bearing to fit your binding size.
Route a binding rabbet on the body.
Pre shape the binding in hot water on the stove.
Glue and tape the binding on a few inches at a...
Forum: Band Wagon May 15th, 2013, 12:34 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 421
Posted By Mike Simpson
I have used Peavey in the past and currently use...

I have used Peavey in the past and currently use a Mackie 808S. I bought it used for around $400
Forum: Other Guitars, other instruments May 15th, 2013, 11:57 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 564
Posted By Mike Simpson
Is yours arched on the top and flat on the back...

Is yours arched on the top and flat on the back or is the back arched too?
Forum: Tele Home Depot May 15th, 2013, 11:33 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 505
Posted By Mike Simpson
Well... apparently my memory is off by .250" ...

Well... apparently my memory is off by .250"

Here is a pic of my P-90 Template over my standard Tele template and the P-90 bridge is .250" forward of the standard Tele bridge pickup route at the...
Forum: Telecaster Discussion Forum May 15th, 2013, 11:04 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 325
Posted By Mike Simpson
Looks excellent. I have made a few control plates...

Looks excellent. I have made a few control plates from stainless and copper. When cutting the slot for the switch I clamp a piece of steel to use as a guide until I get the slot started.
Forum: Other Guitars, other instruments May 15th, 2013, 03:14 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 564
Posted By Mike Simpson
Way cool... I have a 1936 ES150 but mine has been...

Way cool... I have a 1936 ES150 but mine has been refinished blonde and has a changed pick guard... I only paid $250 for it though...

Is the jack in the end pin or is it on the lower bout?
Does...
Forum: Tele Home Depot May 14th, 2013, 01:25 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 505
Posted By Mike Simpson
I guess the question should have been ... did you...

I guess the question should have been ... did you use 250k or 500k pots?

I will have to get my templates out and check the measurement for you. From memory the forward flat part of the std tele...
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