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Thunderbird Club
- Thread starter TBird1958
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IMO it depends on the bass finish. The sunburst, natural, or Pelham blue definitely looks better with chrome hardware. On an ebony, white, or red finish I find either black or chrome hardware look great.
I agree. I really prefer black HW on artic white.
That looks awesome but I have to ask...
...are you going to fully commit to the rings and screw them down?
...are you going to fully commit to the rings and screw them down?
Haha I plan to, yes!That looks awesome but I have to ask...
...are you going to fully commit to the rings and screw them down?
The rings themselves didn't come with screws and for some reason I couldn't find any at Home Depot that fit. But yes, I will screw them in. I have to complete the "look" man! 
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Haha I plan to, yes!
ThunderBucker Ranch includes screws with their rings.
New Thunderbird is sitting at customs. Might go try to clear it myself. Can't wait!
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If it was me, it would be like being a little kid waiting for Santa Claus!
So, it's $99 if I accept the shipment from UPS or $0 if I deny it and pick it up later. SO I guess I'll have it tomorrow.
Okay, all paperwork completed for the import forms and sent to the proper authorities. Awaiting pick-up orders. I'll likely have it tomorrow morning!
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I'm not certain of the price back in 2005-2007 when those were made but that price seems too high considering it has been modified unless that's what you're looking for of course. For $1,200(US) you can get a 2012-2014 Gibson Thunderbird IV, all original and in minty condition with OHSC. You'd also being saving yourself some weight as that Studio is about 2 lbs. heavier than a IV.
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hillerup
There are basses, and there are Thunderbirds!
Takin' the day off then, are ya?
Frig, I wish! Workin' stiff today, soccer coaching right after work...
Is that a wheeze I hear in your typing? A sniffle too... I think you're getting a cold.
Either way 1250 is too high. A standard bird is going less in many cases. 900CDN MAX if i were buying.
