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cloggins Just Startin' 16 posts since
Mar 19, 2011
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Jan 28, 2012 1:51 AM

Which Strap Locks?

In relation to the JTV-69: which strap locks can be installed without modification to the guitar's body? Are there any lock systems which have screws that are too long/short or thick/thin? I would like to install a set of strap lock systems without tapping or filling the hole already in the guitar's body.

 

Thanks in advance.

  • Benni2407 Just Startin' 55 posts since
    Dec 22, 2008
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    Jan 28, 2012 2:55 AM (in response to cloggins)
    Re: Which Strap Locks?

    I use the Schaller security locks, but on my JTV-59. They work great without any modifications. I suppose there will be no problem installing them on the JTV-69. But I cannot say for sure...

  • BigChas52 Expert Line 6 User 2,315 posts since
    Mar 12, 2007
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    Jan 28, 2012 4:37 AM (in response to cloggins)
    Re: Which Strap Locks?

    I see no reason why Schallers wouldn't work just fine.  I've used them on all of my guitars for years.  They don't look much different from standard strap buttons and if necessary, you can usualluy use the screws that came with the existing strap buttons, although I haven'f found that to be a problem.

     

    As far as filling the hole, you probably will not need to.  I have found that over time those holes tend to widen anyway.  A quick fix is to put a drop of wood glue or white glue into the hole and break off a toothpick or two into it.  Invisible mend, and better than new.  .

  • jmolderings Just Startin' 4 posts since
    May 16, 2007
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    Feb 1, 2012 9:55 AM (in response to cloggins)
    Re: Which Strap Locks?

    On both of my JTV-69 I installed Schaller Strap Locks. The screws that ship with them match exactly the original hole.

    • edstar1960 Iknowathingortwo 712 posts since
      May 25, 2010
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      Feb 2, 2012 1:18 AM (in response to jmolderings)
      Re: Which Strap Locks?

      +1

       

      I installed Schaller strap locks on my JTV59 - fitted perfectly - no problems.

  • ajchance Just Startin' 3 posts since
    Jul 26, 2006
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    Feb 4, 2012 9:00 PM (in response to cloggins)
    Re: Which Strap Locks?

    I installed Schallers on my JTV89,  but the screws easily pulled loose.  Holes filled with wood glue and toothpick shims.  Worked like a charm.

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