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Removing screws that has the wood worn off
- Thread starter redname
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Jazzdogg
Less barking, more wagging!
Are you saying the screws that attach the bridge to the bass body spin when turned, but cannot be removed?
Use a flat head screwdriver and put it under the head of the offending screw and lift with it as you unscrew the screw.
Once you have it out, fill the screw hole with a toothpick and Elmer's glue. Give it a day to set up, then reinstall your bridge.
I have done this with a bass where the strap pin stripped out and it is still holding after 2 1/2 years. I also did that with a kitchen cabinet door.
Once you have it out, fill the screw hole with a toothpick and Elmer's glue. Give it a day to set up, then reinstall your bridge.
I have done this with a bass where the strap pin stripped out and it is still holding after 2 1/2 years. I also did that with a kitchen cabinet door.
Use a knife with sharp blade. Last resort would be to put the screwdriver under the bridge. You would want to use a cloth or something to protect the finish.
Remove all of the other screws, then lift the bridge while turning the screw.
That was my first thought to. Lift up on the bridge as you’re attempting to unscrew the screw. Protect the body as needed depending on what you’re using to lift.
It’s a better fix to plug the holes with something like a 3/16 wood dowel. Get the same sized wood bit (mark bit with tape for a safe depth). Drill where the old holes are. Coat dowel with wood glue and drive it in. Since this is under the bridge pretty isn’t critical but a flush cut little saw helps.
or just use toothpicks!
or just use toothpicks!
