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05-24-2010, 05:06 PM
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One of the volume pots is loose on my '85 4003. I removed the set screw from the knob but it will not budge. I sprayed Deoxit in it, that didn't help, then I tried some Deep Creep and a hair dryer to warm it up, still no luck. I know that StewMac sells a puller, http://www.stewmac.com/shop/Tools/Sp...ctures#details
I have no problem buying tools, I have spent over $300.00 with StewMac in the past few years and have most of what I need to fix and repair my gear. But give me a break! $45.00 + shipping for that! I mean, I only paid $35.00 for their nice nut and saddle vise. I looked in my Grainger catalog and couldn't find anything. Does any one know where to find something like this cheaper or a good way to get this knob off without wrecking the knob,pot, or pick guard? Or do I need to bite the bullet and buy that tool?
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05-24-2010, 07:55 PM
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That Stew-Mac tool is prety nice, though.
I just Googled "guiter knob puller".
Josh
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05-25-2010, 02:27 AM
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Originally Posted by hdracer  One of the volume pots is loose on my '85 4003. I removed the set screw from the knob but it will not budge. I sprayed Deoxit in it, that didn't help, then I tried some Deep Creep and a hair dryer to warm it up, still no luck. I know that StewMac sells a puller, http://www.stewmac.com/shop/Tools/Sp...ctures#details
I have no problem buying tools, I have spent over $300.00 with StewMac in the past few years and have most of what I need to fix and repair my gear. But give me a break! $45.00 + shipping for that! I mean, I only paid $35.00 for their nice nut and saddle vise. I looked in my Grainger catalog and couldn't find anything. Does any one know where to find something like this cheaper or a good way to get this knob off without wrecking the knob,pot, or pick guard? Or do I need to bite the bullet and buy that tool? | I had this problem about a year ago,i sprayed the shaft where i could and folded and wedged some thin cardboard under the control knob until it has a fair bit of tension,left it overnight,and in the morning it had popped,try it,i may work for you,good luck
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05-25-2010, 07:35 AM
|  | Registered User | | Join Date: May 2001 Location: St. Louis, MO USA | | | No way I would buy that. $50 for a tool you may never use again?
Assuming the knob is replaceable, I would just use a piece of leather or something to protect the surface under it and pry it off. I have had to do it before. I used those little paint can keys that they give away at Home Depot. They worked awesome. One on each side. Popped it right off. |
05-25-2010, 08:15 AM
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Originally Posted by J.D.B. | Thanks Man! That's what I needed. I don't mind spending a little time making a tool.I even have most of the stuff he says you need. If the StewMac one was half the price I would buy it.
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05-25-2010, 02:25 PM
| | Registered User | | Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Chicago | | "t-shirt solution" http://www.guitartools.co.uk/how-to-...k-control-knob
Using shims
take two wedge-shaped shims, and cut a notch in the middle of each (from the thin edge to app. the middle of the shim) so they can slide under the knob and around the pot. Work them under the knob from opposite sides -- that way you get upward pressure on both sides of the knob.
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05-25-2010, 08:42 PM
|  | Registered User | | Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Fort Collins, Colorado | | | How about putting tape on the body to protect the finish, then sticking two spoon tips under the knob 180 degrees apart, then pushing down on the handles to lever up on both sides?
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05-26-2010, 05:27 PM
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Originally Posted by Pilgrim How about putting tape on the body to protect the finish, then sticking two spoon tips under the knob 180 degrees apart, then pushing down on the handles to lever up on both sides? | +1, I use a similar method but two flat head screw drivers.
Slide the edge of thin sheet of rubber, veneer, or plastic underneath the knob and use two flat head screw drivers.
** Tip ** Place a plastic sandwich bag over the knob secure it with a rubber-band, when the knob pops free a moment of flight usually occurs followed by rolling under a bench or into the most difficult place to reach. The bag will hinder its getaway plan  .
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05-26-2010, 09:03 PM
| | | | Use 2 spoons. Put the tip of the spoons under the knob then press down on the handle evenly. Knob should pry straight up, with no scratches on the pickguard.
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