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Those tuner posts look huge, not original.

Yes, they were changed to Schallers at some point. My goal is to return it to its sonic glory. As with any restoration you have to make decisions about what will remain and what will be replaced. It will be a fun project and I'm certain it will be ...

The electronics were completely dead when I acquired the bass. The P pup was not even connected and I knew I wasn't going to keep it in the mix.

teeder wrote:TI Jazz Rounds are very low tension. I have a slightly used set that I'd let go for a low price if you want to try them before forking out the full price for new.

That might be a good plan. My email is [email protected]. Posted a few pics below too.

First round of photos for those interested:
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/ ... sp=sharing

aceonbass wrote:Tim, do you happen to have the original harness, or any parts from it left? Whenever possible, I like to use the original date coded pot casings.

Unfortunately no. The bass was gutted and Alembics were installed. Selling them to fund the parts I need for the resto.

Sorry Jeffrey, I meant slotted screws. Thanks for the input on the guard. That will save me a few bucks on a repro.

Hi Dane, what is the charge for the harness built and also for just the parts?

Starting the restoration on my 68 4001. Had a competent tech take care of the neck adjustment and it plays much better. I am looking for a few items for the restoration. Will likely have Tony at Pickguardian cut me a new guard (original is long gone). Does anyone have a template for a late 60s 4001 ...

Is there a source for new molded caps? I'm also working on a 1968 restoration and wanted to hand build the harness and have it look somewhat period correct. Thanks! Tim

When did they stop using the larger pickguards that covered the body down to the chrome treble pickup cover?