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I once got an autograph (one of the Badfinger members) on my Hofner bass, I later regretted. I pored over the internet and found others who had the same dilemma and fixed it. I got one of the products, which was OOP'S Multi-Purpose remover. It took the permanent ink black marker off 100 % with no ...

If I was righthanded, or a collector, I'd be in on this one.

http://cgi.ebay.com/1976-Rickenbacker-4001-Bass-Guitar-w-Chris-Squire-Auto_W0QQitemZ280356038128QQcmdZViewItemQQptZGuitar?hash=item414685a5f0&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14&_trkparms=65%3A3%7C66%3A2%7C39%3A1%7C240%3A1318%7C301%3A0%7C293%3A1%7C294 ...

Yes,...but there remains the difference betwwen the 2 models as reported by RIC. 33 1/4 vs 33 1/2.

Why?

OK, I messed up! Sorry.

Inside of the nut to the edge (facing the nut) of the 12th fret = 16 9/16 X 2 = 33 1/8th scale

33 1/2 in 1975 catalog.

http://www.rickenbacker.com/catalog_poster_piece.asp?poster_piece=cf75-10.jpg

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the best way to determine the nominal scale length is to measure from the fingerboard side of the nut to the 12th fret and double that measurement.

For my 4001, that would then be 16 1/16" X 2 = 32 1/8".......4003 Specs indicate 33 1/4".....4001 = 33 1/2
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John, what two points are you ...

Do those double as weapons?

I have a '75 4001 which happens to appear in this ad.
http://www.rickenbacker.com/catalog_poster_piece.asp?poster_piece=cf75-10.jpg

I checked the specs of a 4003 here...
http://www.rickenbacker.com/model.asp?model=4003

The scale 33 1/2 for a 4001.....33 1/4 for a 4003....are these just estimates ...

That's called a 'Rickie Lee Jones'.

If I had a blank RIC like that I'd go for a unique color. If you're using a black pickguard, choose a light and solid color (no 'glow'). I think a muted or neutral tone would be best.

I have a '75 4001 but have never played another Rick, and never felt the need to do so. No neck problems whatsoever. Having my bass for 30+ years creates a certain bond/affinity which I feel would be lost on any other. I've also read enough posts on 'Rick Resource' to know how many '70's Rick owners ...

70's Rick as phallic symbol.

That's exactly what happened to the dollar since that bass was built!

They claim it's all original. What about those knobs and switch? Not like my '75.

Did that see action in Iraq?

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