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Post by rocket on Dec 14, 2014 20:37:19 GMT -6
I pulled the knob stems out of two of my pots while trying to do a deep clean on my sweet, old Ripper. Is there a way to put them back in? They are not broken in any way, just dislocated from the pots. I kindly thank you for any help you may send along.
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Post by GuitarAttack Forum on Dec 14, 2014 20:46:21 GMT -6
Rocket...love those old bass guitars.
It has been my experience that if you pull the shaft out of the pot, there is no way to reinstall it.
Note to all - this is a common challenge when pulling a volume or tone knob from a vintage pot. It is also common with newer import pots.
I have put new guts in vintage pot case...a transplant to preserve the date codes on the pot. This might be an option for you but it is a pretty tough job. It seems like there are some folks doing this work...might try a Google search.
You might consider installing some new pots, too. Whatever you do, save the old pots and keep them in the case or a safe place.
Give us an update on what you decide.
Good luck,
John
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Post by GuitarAttack Forum on Dec 15, 2014 20:06:10 GMT -6
...and by the way, watch those "original" date coded pots. Lots of vintage hacks out there are selling old cases with new guts. I prefer a pot to be scratchy when I buy and old guitar...probably means it is authentic!
John
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Post by antares on Dec 16, 2014 8:02:10 GMT -6
Very good tip John. That has never crossed my mind before. Something so obvious staring you in the face...
Steve.
e&oe
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