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Swapped Tuners (pics inside)

July 15th 2008 02:37

This was something I've been wanting to do for a while. I never like the clunky gold Grovers on my J-45RW. So I finally took the plunge after settling on a set of tuners I liked. I hemmm and hawwwed over the choice of replacements for a while. I settles on TonePros Kluson TPKBW-N 3X3 Vintage Tuners. I wanted the traditional white button look of vintage J-45 and these seemed like the best fit.

Installation was a snap. Post hole was identical and bottom screw very close. Only the top one had to be added. No big deal. Took less than an hour. Recommended for novices wanted to tinker (this was my first tuner swap / install).

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What do you guys/gals think? I am real happy with the way they turned out.

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Comment by iiiipopes

August 19th 2008 03:55

I'm thinking about doing the same thing to my new J-45, as I put a strap button on it in the "Taylor" position, and the neck took a dive when I strapped on.

Does the neck balance better now that you've changed out the tuners?

Do you know how much less the Klusons weigh compared to the Grovers?

Thanks.

Comment by ACE

August 19th 2008 23:48

Soundr

It is much lighter. Can't tell you the exact difference, but noticable. My stock still dives, tho. Grr...

Comment by Anonymous

August 20th 2008 02:38

Thanks.

Comment by Anonymous

August 20th 2008 02:38

Thanks.

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