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Title: Dimarzio Model G in a '76 Tbird cover
Post by: godofthunder on August 09, 2009, 05:49:26 AM

Posted in another thread about location for a Dimarzio Model G but I thought it deserves a thread of it's own. This worked out great, super easy. The Model G has two screw tabs I just screwed the pickup to the base of the pup cavity and put the cover right over it works great no need for adjustment as the pup sits about as high up as it could go without hitting the strings. The only give away is the center adjustment hole on the '76 cover. Before(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v102/godofthunder59/butcherbirddone002.jpg) After (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v102/godofthunder59/Charwithmytbird001.jpg)

Title: Re: Dimarzio Model G in a '76 Tbird cover
Post by: Freuds_Cat on August 09, 2009, 06:57:30 AM

Scott you must get some beautiful sustain from that Badass.

Title: Re: Dimarzio Model G in a '76 Tbird cover
Post by: godofthunder on August 09, 2009, 07:05:25 AM

I really like Badass bridges, I know there are those who hate them with a passion. Leo Quan was my inspiration for the Badbird. I suppose I could put a hipshot on it or even one of my bridges (that would take a refin and I'm not ready to go down that road with this bass, I use it to much). So the Badass stays !

Title: Re: Dimarzio Model G in a '76 Tbird cover
Post by: Freuds_Cat on August 09, 2009, 07:25:11 AM

I love those Badass 1 bridges too. I've got a new spare one sitting here just itching to go on a new bass but I cant decide what I want to get to put it on  ;D

(http://i162.photobucket.com/albums/t253/Freuds_cat/Jazz/72jazz697-1.jpg)

(http://i162.photobucket.com/albums/t253/Freuds_cat/Cargill%20custom%20fretless/cargill731.jpg)

Title: Re: Dimarzio Model G in a '76 Tbird cover
Post by: drbassman on August 09, 2009, 11:32:21 AM

Good idea Scott!!!  I'll need some wiring advice for my G.

Title: Re: Dimarzio Model G in a '76 Tbird cover
Post by: Highlander on August 09, 2009, 01:54:48 PM

I took mine off the Peter cook to put the original hardware back, previously tried it on the RD, too...

I liked it on the PC but I wanted to put her back to a bit of her former glory... I honestly don't notice any difference... just me, I guess...

Title: Re: Dimarzio Model G in a '76 Tbird cover
Post by: Barklessdog on August 10, 2009, 02:04:03 PM

I guess it is better to stuff your Model G in the covers versus on top of them.

Did you pot it with hot wax?

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v104/Fenderbird/Schlange_pup.jpg)

Title: Re: Dimarzio Model G in a '76 Tbird cover
Post by: OldManC on August 10, 2009, 07:36:37 PM

I never know whether to be flattered or offended...  :o

Title: Re: Dimarzio Model G in a '76 Tbird cover
Post by: Barklessdog on August 11, 2009, 04:27:52 AM

Flattered George, as your picture will live on as one of the "warm funny bright spots" from days of yore. I still remember when your T Bird graced the top of the Gibson forum for so long at the old Pit.

Title: Re: Dimarzio Model G in a '76 Tbird cover
Post by: godofthunder on August 11, 2009, 05:19:15 PM

Quote from: Barklessdog on August 10, 2009, 02:04:03 PM

I guess it is better to stuff your Model G in the covers versus on top of them.

Did you pot it with hot wax?

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v104/Fenderbird/Schlange_pup.jpg)

nope just put the cover right over the Model G. I was going to pot it but who knows where that stuff is after the move, I went to get it and could not find it for the life of me. Maddening I can see where it used to be at the old house.

Title: Re: Dimarzio Model G in a '76 Tbird cover
Post by: SKATE RAT on August 11, 2009, 06:40:14 PM

now they're G-Bird pups! 8)

Title: Re: Dimarzio Model G in a '76 Tbird cover
Post by: drbassman on August 12, 2009, 10:12:14 AM

Would potting really make that much difference?

Title: Re: Dimarzio Model G in a '76 Tbird cover
Post by: Barklessdog on August 12, 2009, 12:22:36 PM

I would think just to secure them in the covers.

Its a night & day difference with the chrome covers. So much better looking.

Title: Re: Dimarzio Model G in a '76 Tbird cover
Post by: shadowcastaz on August 13, 2009, 03:39:13 AM

Awesome look . much better to say the least. Glad you guys are still interesting. Ive been out of touch due to job.....Man am I glaD to say thaT! AND SUMMER IS HERE FINALLY :mrgreen:

Title: Re: Dimarzio Model G in a '76 Tbird cover
Post by: Highlander on August 15, 2009, 01:41:53 AM

Potting would secure, and eliminate the possibility of any possible "buzzing" or unwanted sound...

Title: Re: Dimarzio Model G in a '76 Tbird cover
Post by: shadowcastaz on August 15, 2009, 04:07:06 AM

Yeah pot!...oh yeah potting,i agree stability,quiet  & much better than epoxy(should we ever change our mind,which none of us do) :o

Title: Re: Dimarzio Model G in a '76 Tbird cover
Post by: drbassman on August 15, 2009, 09:02:54 AM

Quote from: Kenny Five-O on August 15, 2009, 01:41:53 AM

Potting would secure, and eliminate the possibility of any possible "buzzing" or unwanted sound...

OK, what's the best potting material???  And easy to get a hold of too?

Title: Re: Dimarzio Model G in a '76 Tbird cover
Post by: ramone57 on August 15, 2009, 03:11:36 PM

here ya go, Dr

http://www.stewmac.com/freeinfo/Electronics/Pickup_building/a-lindyfralin.html

Title: Re: Dimarzio Model G in a '76 Tbird cover
Post by: Highlander on August 16, 2009, 11:29:09 AM

You can get that type of wax from quite a number of craft type places...