Double Bass Problem with C-neck

[jay_reo]

i've just had a C-neck installed on my bass, its also came with a few problems. the 1st and main problem is the E gate. ive had it 24hours and the rubber has split twice. does any one know where i could buy a better gate from? also its very hard to tune all strings now, the E worse so the tuning doesnt slide in pitch it jumps! any help?

Jay

 

[Eric Hochberg]

Most people call them C Extensions. Why don't you contact the person that made/installed it?

 

[jay_reo]

he lives on the other side of the country if its a problem i or a local restorer can resolve it would save me a lot of time and money

 

[Jake deVilliers]

Try replacing the rubber stopping surface with leather - it s much tougher.

 

[jay_reo]

yeah thats a great idea! any ideas on the tight pegs? do you think he could of tightened the screws too tight?