Ah ok i was just curious because I could never get that damn thing to work for me.
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This may incur some blasphemy on my part. Couldn't bond with the 3 point.
Scott's BB, a custom 2 piece, Hipshot, Babicz. But i'm a modder.
One our highly respected and beloved members refers to the three point as a piece of pot metal rubbish. I’m not as harsh, and still have them on two Epis where they are working properly. But I am a fan of both the Babicz and Hipshot and prefer them. There’s a decent guide to making it work that pops up here from time to time. I can’t find it, but perhaps someone else can if you need some help.
I think everyone gets their pole run.
"Hello, modder, hello fodder"-Allan Sherman
I've got one on the '76. It does what it's supped to. Silks can be an issue, but I can't tell it affects the tone when on the saddle. I don't like the looks, and the saddles will fall out if you flip the bass over with no strings. But in the end, it works and does what it should. But I do like the Hipshot on the modern Gibson better. Prefer the vintage two piece even better for looks.
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Be smart about it and take your time working on it, no problem. No Hipshot hanging over the center block looking like it doesn't belong there. Sorry, just my .02.
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I think the trick with a Hipshot is to first deliberately overtighten the screws so the studs are pulled out, glue them back, and enjoy. A bass treated this way will work like a charm with the 3-point too. 
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I've never pulled a mounting stud out of bass, Gibson or Epiphone.
Didn't mean to stir up any trouble on the 3 point.
Hmm maybe it's bad luck on my part. My Hipshot pulled out the studs on my SG bass the first time I tried, and even after I glued them back the Hipshot always ended up a bit sharp in intonation even when adjusted all the way back. Maybe on a 'Bird the intonation part will be better. 
It’s how we learn. I’ve had used ones that came with the issue and glued them. Works ok now.
Ain't been a lot to laugh about lately. Yer more than welcome.
I have yet to see a Hipshot look out of place.
No problem-o with the 'claw' and bridge on the 67. Silks end about 1/2 way.
