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#301,903
GBassNorth said:
The Greco looks to be pretty much original except for the bridge which looks like a replacement (that’s ok). The slack E string is puzzling but probably just loosened to take pictures of the frets (which they didn’t show, so who knows for sure, bad neck???). The pup visually looks to be original, if it isn’t then hard pass on the deal. Not sure what is meant by “electronics needed changing”. Does that mean they don’t currently work and still need to be replaced - if so, hard pass since you can’t verify it’s the pickup that isn’t working properly. If they mean they already replaced them, then have them provide a photo of the control cavity to see if it was a hack job or not (replaced pots/cap/jack are ok as long as it was like for like and not some odd mod).

Personally, my opinion is that there are plenty of Greco basses to choose from. None are selling super fast because most are overpriced. I’d hold for a good working no issues II or IV in all original condition for $1200 or under, they are out there. Player wear and skanky hardware are ok with these basses, they are not what I’d consider investment grade instruments, just damn good sounding birds.
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The owner already changed the pots and jack. I have asked for confirmation and photos on the electronics and neck.
 
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Current situation.
 

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And on the topic of appliances, I bought these for washer/dryer about 7 years ago:

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Laundromat grade, all mechanical. They replaced multiple modern washer dryer combos that died way sooner than expected.
All mechanical and serviceable.
I also have a Kenmore refrigerator that has been running since I bought it brand new in 1995. Now in the basement as a second fridge.
 
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bylar13 said:
And on the topic of appliances, I bought these for washer/dryer about 7 years ago:

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Laundromat grade, all mechanical. They replaced multiple modern washer dryer combos that died way sooner than expected.
All mechanical and serviceable.
I also have a Kenmore refrigerator that has been running since I bought it brand new in 1995. Now in the basement as a second fridge.
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What brand?
 
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BL Q filter: if you can read frequency response graphs, this will help.

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Bill Lawrence Q-Filter, an analysis of... | GuitarNutz 2

I bought a Bill Lawrence Q-Filter http://www.wildepickups.com/Q-filter.html in order to take it apart and see what's going on, and possibly
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Miles_ONeal said:
What brand?
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Speed Queen, made in Canada. I used to tease my kids I was going to install the coin-op attachments and charge them to do laundry!

I got mine. New at a “scratch & dent” appliance store. Discounted for some cosmetic issues. With regard to your post about getting clothes clean, these work great and unlike many modern washers I can set the water level with a flat head screw driver.
The dryer is easy to service and revive lint buildup as well.
 
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MCF said:
Which seller are you corresponding with? As iswith the listings from Japan, there appear to be a couple listings. But that doesn’t seem to be an issue with actually getting the bass.
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The one that was willing to negotiate was amazing_camera-shop. There are about 4 that are advertising the same one. Their listing had the most information regarding the condition of the bass. Others just said used.
 
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Thumper said:
On the replacement topic, I just replaced my 2002 Dodge Cummins of 22 years with a 2024 Ram 3500 HO Limited Night Edition. OMG, talk about $$$$$$!. Wife says I can keep my Dodge, but it's always been garaged and would now have to be stored outside, I won't do that to her. Good news is after 22 years, I'll get over 1/2 what I paid for it, bad news, a little piece of my ❤️ will go with her.
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Nice truck. I can understand the affection. After a few rides in the new Ram you may begin to forget about your first (or 12th) love.
 
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