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The Squier Mini Precision Bass Club

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MakoMan said:
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I hate to say it, but it's just adhesive shelf paper from amazon ha ha. The color DID turn out better than expected. The sample was greyer--I bought it for a different project, but only bought one can, and after doing a third project I knew one can wasn't going to cut it. Cue the red mini P...
 
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knigel said:
I hate to say it, but it's just adhesive shelf paper from amazon ha ha. The color DID turn out better than expected. The sample was greyer--I bought it for a different project, but only bought one can, and after doing a third project I knew one can wasn't going to cut it. Cue the red mini P...
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You did a heck of a nice job with the adhesive paper. I REALLY like the color.
The nice thing about the adhesive paper is you can remove it and experiment with other options down the road if you like. Well done!
 
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MakoMan said:
You did a heck of a nice job with the adhesive paper. I REALLY like the color.
The nice thing about the adhesive paper is you can remove it and experiment with other options down the road if you like. Well done!
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Exactly! I've already changed it three times ha ha (posted earlier in the thread, sorry for the repeat)

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G19Tony said:
Now I’m going to have to get another one! Did you just rattlecan that blue?
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Yeah, I used Cromax color (from an auto shop in Maine, Motor Supply. They can mix custom colors--at least the Waterville location--and I can't find anybody near me to do it. Totally reasonable price. I was shooting for Pelham Blue for another bass I'm cobbling together, an Exploiterbird, but I didn't buy enough, so that will now be British Racing Green) and Spraymax 2k for the clear. I love the color, I'm not psyched about the clear, although I'm still learning and it's probably inexperience that keeps it from being top notch. But it's good enough!
 
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Bassiclees said:
@knigel that is amazing, truly. Can you elucidate on the adhesive paper process and give a link to what you use?
Also, are those DiMarzio P's on there?!?
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Thanks! It's a Fender V Mod that I had bought for a different bass but didn't use. I will say, the stock pickup is quite good, but I had the V Mod lying around so why not?

The contact paper has been quite an adventure, but generally is pretty easy to use. I've done it now for a few pickguards (a couple of six string electrics too). I've been peeling back a bit, and starting at one end, and pulling the backing as I press down. I cut it to rough shape first, leaving a good amount of overhang along the edges, then use a knife to cut it back, riding the blade along the bevel. It's really quite easy once you get into it, but if you mess it up it's super easy to start over (there will be a residue on the plastic--you might be able to get it off if you want to go back to plain but I haven't tried). My only suggestion is to use a small x-acto with a fresh blade, and make sure you cut out the screw holes, because it will bubble up when you screw it down if you don't (ask me how I know).

The vintage nautical one was very fiddly and thin, and kept tearing, but the others I have used were a lot easier. I will say, that so far in general it's been pretty durable, some styles more than others. It's kind of a fun way to change up the look of your instrument.

https://www.amazon.com/Moyishi-News...ge+shelf+paper+nautical&qid=1607017744&sr=8-1
 
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pistonrod8 said:
Got some Hipshot Ultralites installed. Drop-in and look fantastic.
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Oh man....one more thing it looks like I'm going to have to do. I'm going to have $800 into this thing before too long! :roflmao: Which version/size of the Ultralites did you use (as I think there are two versions of post size, correct)? I thought that the one closes to Fender same with an 18mm post, which is always too small for the 18.5mm hole. Are we dealing with something different here?
 
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JPJ said:
Oh man....one more thing it looks like I'm going to have to do. I'm going to have $800 into this thing before too long! :roflmao: Which version/size of the Ultralites did you use (as I think there are two versions of post size, correct)? I thought that the one closes to Fender same with an 18mm post, which is always too small for the 18.5mm hole. Are we dealing with something different here?
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These are the exact ones I ordered.

Hipshot Ultralite LIC Tuner HB6C 3/8 Satin Chrome - Single Bass tuner | eBay
 
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MakoMan said:
They look lovely. Sadly, none appear to be available in Canada and the price for the tuners shipped from the USA to my door would be $40 each, plus tax.
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Yes, I have researched getting some USA-built Hipshot Ultralite tuners more than once [mainly for my Ric 4001, which is a bass known for having neck dive], and the price always puts me off. :sour:

Some of the eBay sellers seem to have the least offensive pricing.
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