Warwick Fortress One 94' Recessed Strap Locks

Davebass · #1 08-11-2011, 12:21 PM

Well, I've gone and lost the strap side of my strap locks of my '94 Warwick Fortress One. Can anyone advise me on possible replacements that will fit the hole?

I hear Warwick have changed their design since 94? I've also heard that Dunlops could fit? Can anyone advise?

Regards,
Dave

RCCollins · #2 08-11-2011, 12:27 PM

Yes, Warwick has changed to their own straplock design since '94. The good news is that any pair of Dunlops WILL fit - because in '94, Warwick was using Dunlop Flushmounts.

It might be worth ordering a new set of Dunlop Flushmounts for a PERFECT fit (they come with a new bracket that screws in once you unscrew the old, worn and dirty one), but in the meantime, any set of Dunlops will have the proper strap button to fit.

Davebass · #3 08-11-2011, 12:31 PM

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Originally Posted by RCCollins

Yes, Warwick has changed to their own straplock design since '94. The good news is that any pair of Dunlops WILL fit - because in '94, Warwick was using Dunlop Flushmounts.

It might be worth ordering a new set of Dunlop Flushmounts for a PERFECT fit (they come with a new bracket that screws in once you unscrew the old, worn and dirty one), but in the meantime, any set of Dunlops will have the proper strap button to fit.

Thanks for your speedy reply you've solved my problem straight out. Off to the shops ...

RCCollins · #4 08-11-2011, 04:11 PM

'twas nuthin. that's what talkbass if for, Dave!

blindrabbit · #5 08-12-2011, 03:38 PM

Can I tag on a related question...I recently picked up a mid-90s Thumb that also has recessed straplocks. I was able to pick up a set of Warwick labelled strap pins, but they don't fit into the locks at all. I'm assuming this means that I will need to get some Dunlops?

RCCollins · #6 08-15-2011, 06:35 AM

Yes Blindrabbit, Warwick only introduced their self-branded straplocks in the late 90s, so most 90s era Warwicks require Dunlops - which are easy enough to come by.

blindrabbit · #7 08-15-2011, 11:13 PM

Perfect, thanks so much for the assistance!

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Originally Posted by RCCollins

Yes Blindrabbit, Warwick only introduced their self-branded straplocks in the late 90s, so most 90s era Warwicks require Dunlops - which are easy enough to come by.

RCCollins · #8 08-16-2011, 02:24 AM

nuthin' to it!

blindrabbit · #9 09-19-2011, 10:58 PM

Sorry to resurrect this thread, but I went and tried a set of Dunlop strap pins the other day, and they wouldn't lock into the recesses at all - sure, they fit in, but the slightest tug on them made them pop right out. Are there certain Dunlops that will work while others don't? Any help would be much appreciated. Thanks in advance!

Webtroll · #10 09-20-2011, 06:30 AM

they are Dunlop style but not Dunlop straplocks, i think you'll need Warwick locks for them to seat properly

RCCollins · #11 09-20-2011, 06:40 AM

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Originally Posted by Webtroll

they are Dunlop style but not Dunlop straplocks, i think you'll need Warwick locks for them to seat properly

Warwick locks are definitely NOT the right choice here, as the '94 fortress came standard with Dunlops.

Blindrabbit, it is very possible that the "female" part of the straplocks on your Fortress are simple worn out. In that case, you'll need to replace them - get yourself a set of Dunlop FLUSHMOUNT straplocks.

I'm sorry that a simple set of dunlops didn't do the trick in this case. I may have an extra set of the flushmount female parts lying around: PM me for more info.

the good news is that they are a simple, single-screw replacement. You won't need to drill&fill.

mmbongo · #12 09-20-2011, 06:48 AM

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Originally Posted by RCCollins

I'm sorry that a simple set of dunlops didn't do the trick in this case. I may have an extra set of the flushmount female parts lying around: PM me for more info.

You have extra female parts lying around?

Curious.....

RCCollins · #13 09-20-2011, 06:50 AM

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Originally Posted by mmbongo

You have extra female parts lying around?

Curious.....

the Doc wanted to keep them, but I have my own formaldehyde jars...

blindrabbit · #14 09-20-2011, 10:24 PM

PM sent, thanks for the offer RCCollins!

I'll add that, yes, the Warwick pins are not the correct choice, and I know because I have a set - that is what I started off trying. I've heard that it was right around 1994-1996 or so that they changed from Dunlop-style to their proprietary locks.

This forum is great - I appreciate all the help!

Quote:

Originally Posted by RCCollins

Warwick locks are definitely NOT the right choice here, as the '94 fortress came standard with Dunlops.

Blindrabbit, it is very possible that the "female" part of the straplocks on your Fortress are simple worn out. In that case, you'll need to replace them - get yourself a set of Dunlop FLUSHMOUNT straplocks.

I'm sorry that a simple set of dunlops didn't do the trick in this case. I may have an extra set of the flushmount female parts lying around: PM me for more info.

the good news is that they are a simple, single-screw replacement. You won't need to drill&fill.

Zakm0n · #15 09-20-2011, 10:59 PM

Now here is a question. I have a 1997 streamer pro-m that uses the flushmount dunlops and I'm getting a 99 corvette that has the external pins. Will the dunlops work at all with them?