https://guitarnoise.forum/guitar-repair-and-maintenance/can-i-fix-these-two-problems-on-my-own/ Guitar Noise Discussion Board en-US Thu, 04 Jun 2026 07:16:05 +0000 wpForo 60 https://guitarnoise.forum/guitar-repair-and-maintenance/can-i-fix-these-two-problems-on-my-own/#post-334160 Thu, 16 Jul 2009 05:39:49 +0000
Seems to me that a replacement is pending. I've only done this once- it's not super easy, but not difficult either. If you know how to solder, it should be do-able. If not, I'd have a friend show you, or else get to the shop.

In either case, before you take the old switch out, label the wires and take photos of the way it's connected now...

What did they tell you when you last had it in the shop?


Best,
Ande Unfortunately, it was picked up by someone else who doesn't know anything about guitars and didn't bother to ask what was done. Eventually, I hope to buy a better guitar, but for now I would like to fix this.

Thanks again! I guess I'll buy a replacement and try and do it on my own.]]> Guitar Repair and Maintenance Lenie https://guitarnoise.forum/guitar-repair-and-maintenance/can-i-fix-these-two-problems-on-my-own/#post-334160 https://guitarnoise.forum/guitar-repair-and-maintenance/can-i-fix-these-two-problems-on-my-own/#post-333917 Mon, 13 Jul 2009 18:25:01 +0000
Seems to me that a replacement is pending. I've only done this once- it's not super easy, but not difficult either. If you know how to solder, it should be do-able. If not, I'd have a friend show you, or else get to the shop.

In either case, before you take the old switch out, label the wires and take photos of the way it's connected now...

What did they tell you when you last had it in the shop?


Best,
Ande]]> Guitar Repair and Maintenance Ande https://guitarnoise.forum/guitar-repair-and-maintenance/can-i-fix-these-two-problems-on-my-own/#post-333917 https://guitarnoise.forum/guitar-repair-and-maintenance/can-i-fix-these-two-problems-on-my-own/#post-333907 Mon, 13 Jul 2009 17:05:52 +0000
However, I've noticed that there are quite a few people here who know their stuff, with years of experience and technical smarts and are willing to help you, so ask any question. :)

I myself got more distracted with troubleshooting and repairing guitars than I did with playing them, which in some instances led to dissatisfaction in the factories' standard equipment and production methods, so I spent more time modifying and building electrics than I did playing. Changing pickups, electronics and shielding was almost essential.

Oh well, it's still a great hobby - just took a different direction? Different strokes. :roll:]]> Guitar Repair and Maintenance Blue Jay https://guitarnoise.forum/guitar-repair-and-maintenance/can-i-fix-these-two-problems-on-my-own/#post-333907 https://guitarnoise.forum/guitar-repair-and-maintenance/can-i-fix-these-two-problems-on-my-own/#post-333904 Mon, 13 Jul 2009 15:47:58 +0000 Guitar Repair and Maintenance Lenie https://guitarnoise.forum/guitar-repair-and-maintenance/can-i-fix-these-two-problems-on-my-own/#post-333904 https://guitarnoise.forum/guitar-repair-and-maintenance/can-i-fix-these-two-problems-on-my-own/#post-333417 Tue, 07 Jul 2009 22:46:02 +0000
Regarding the classical, I haven't seen many with a truss rod, or adjustable re-inforced neck. Seems to me, that many are re-inforced with the steel rod, but they may not be accessible. Look for a hex key adjustment inside the heel, and google the internet. Your problem is indicating a negative bow, or a possible hump in the neck/fretboard.

Otherwise, check the white plastic saddle which the strings cross over at the bridge. You might be able to shim it up a bit with a piece of compatible material underneath, or replace the entire thing for a couple of bucks (to raise action just a tad). Good luck.]]> Guitar Repair and Maintenance Blue Jay https://guitarnoise.forum/guitar-repair-and-maintenance/can-i-fix-these-two-problems-on-my-own/#post-333417 https://guitarnoise.forum/guitar-repair-and-maintenance/can-i-fix-these-two-problems-on-my-own/#post-332988 Fri, 03 Jul 2009 05:46:21 +0000 Thanks!]]> Guitar Repair and Maintenance Lenie https://guitarnoise.forum/guitar-repair-and-maintenance/can-i-fix-these-two-problems-on-my-own/#post-332988 https://guitarnoise.forum/guitar-repair-and-maintenance/can-i-fix-these-two-problems-on-my-own/#post-332605 Mon, 29 Jun 2009 15:51:17 +0000
I'm no expert on classical guitar problems, so I'll leave that to someone who is more qualified than me.]]> Guitar Repair and Maintenance greybeard https://guitarnoise.forum/guitar-repair-and-maintenance/can-i-fix-these-two-problems-on-my-own/#post-332605 https://guitarnoise.forum/guitar-repair-and-maintenance/can-i-fix-these-two-problems-on-my-own/#post-36449 Mon, 29 Jun 2009 15:23:38 +0000
I've also got an electric that apparently has a bad pickup switch. If I switch pickups, it may go out and it only comes on if I wiggle it around. If I accidentally bump it while playing, it goes off. Is it possible for me to put in a new pickup switch although I don't know much about doing things like that? Or would it be best to take it to a music store to be repaired?

Thanks! :)]]> Guitar Repair and Maintenance Lenie https://guitarnoise.forum/guitar-repair-and-maintenance/can-i-fix-these-two-problems-on-my-own/#post-36449