Re: Thunder I rebuild

by **Barry** Wed Mar 28, 2012 9:53 am

corsair wrote:IanO wrote: For what it's worth...........black surrounds and zebra bobbins . Am loving the finish
+1

Oh yeah! If zebras are now an option, I'm wif these guyz.

by Westbone Mon Apr 16, 2012 3:59 pm

Zebra's it is then Barry... with black surrounds. Just waiting for some GFS's to arrive Smile

by **Barry** Mon Apr 16, 2012 4:42 pm

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by Westbone Tue Apr 24, 2012 2:25 pm

Due to Barry's prompting and popular opinion.
These arrived today. Quick delivery as always from GFS. Ordered on the 13th, arrived on the 24th. Not bad from the US.
Things are coming together Smile

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by hoax Tue Apr 24, 2012 3:41 pm

Damian

That is going to be one kick ass Thunder!!

Hoax

by **Barry** Tue Apr 24, 2012 4:55 pm

Ohhh...getting goose bumples! bounce

by beavis Wed Apr 25, 2012 5:30 am

Would have thought the VEH was a strange combination with a classic II, but I am sure I will be shown otherwise soon enough Twisted Evil

by IanO Wed Apr 25, 2012 6:45 am

yum,yum,yum,yum,yum,yum,yum..........................................................

by Westbone Wed Apr 25, 2012 7:48 am

beavis wrote:Would have thought the VEH was a strange combination with a classic II, but I am sure I will be shown otherwise soon enough

What makes you think that beavis?

by beavis Wed Apr 25, 2012 10:07 am

Westbone wrote:
beavis wrote:Would have thought the VEH was a strange combination with a classic II, but I am sure I will be shown otherwise soon enough

What makes you think that beavis?

Well, I remembered reading somewhere (thought it was the gfs site but apparently not) that the VEH's output was low and required boosting the level on the amp, which would have meant that combining it with anything but VEH would turn out tricky. But this was a while ago and the more I read about the two PU you've chosen, the better your choice looks. The fat and crunchy pats might have been too heavy with a classic II.

Just thinking out loud though as the only GFS I have tried are the power rails (muddy in neck position) and crunchy rails (excellent in bridge, as long as you crank up the level).

Can't wait to hear them!

by Westbone Wed Apr 25, 2012 2:07 pm

VEH's are on the hot side, coming in at 11.5 thereabouts. MMK 45's are around 10.5-11.00 on average.
And I just like the sound of alnico II magnets, as in the classic II. They read approx. 7.5 , nice PAF tone. Smile

by beavis Thu Apr 26, 2012 3:51 am

Definitely, I think it's nice to have extra oomph in the bridge. With guitars that have "pairs" of similar pups I am always expecting more power when I switch from neck to bridge (though I can't complain about the MMK 45, they are so darn sexy).

by Westbone Sat Jun 16, 2012 12:24 pm

Stuck it altogether.

It's not perfect as this old wide grained ash 'breathes' and even after all these years still has air in the grain.

Painted with nitro-cellulose.

Still have to wire it up.

1 volume, 2 pull/push tones with phase reverse, series/parallel.

Looks a little smarter than an old Thunder.

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by **Barry** Sat Jun 16, 2012 12:59 pm

*king gorgeous!
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by Guest Sat Jun 16, 2012 4:20 pm

That burst came out very nice - perfect amount of dark - well done eh

by **corsair** Sat Jun 16, 2012 4:41 pm

That's an attractive colour, I have to say; nice, bro!

by hoax Sat Jun 16, 2012 4:59 pm

Top job Damian!!

Is it black on the back or dark stain?

The zebras look great!

Graham

by midhilis Sat Jun 16, 2012 5:13 pm

Westbone wrote:VEH's are on the hot side, coming in at 11.5 thereabouts. MMK 45's are around 10.5-11.00 on average.
And I just like the sound of alnico II magnets, as in the classic II. They read approx. 7.5 , nice PAF tone.

As the Borg say - resistance is futile. I have one pickup that clocks in at 23K, and it's the weakest pickup I've heard in a long time.Impedance is only part of what makes a pickup.

by hoax Sat Jun 16, 2012 5:40 pm

midhilis wrote:
Westbone wrote:VEH's are on the hot side, coming in at 11.5 thereabouts. MMK 45's are around 10.5-11.00 on average.
And I just like the sound of alnico II magnets, as in the classic II. They read approx. 7.5 , nice PAF tone.

As the Borg say - resistance is futile. I have one pickup that clocks in at 23K, and it's the weakest pickup I've heard in a long time.Impedance is only part of what makes a pickup.

I agree wholeheartedly with that statement.

I have had Entwhistles at 16k Ohms which sound more like Pafs and at the other end of the spectrum, miserable little Gibson Melody Maker pickups that would tear your head off at around 4 or 5 k Ohms. It is the Henries that do the damage in my view.

Hoax

by Sgt. Vimes Sat Jun 16, 2012 6:51 pm

well that has to be the finest thunder I ever did see! just love the rosewood complimenting the body colour! great job! Trio

by **Barry** Sat Jun 16, 2012 7:01 pm

hoax wrote:...It is the Henries that do the damage in my view.

Yeah, especially the "Eighth". He was a real piece of work, eh? clown

by Westbone Sun Jun 17, 2012 1:00 am

Barry wrote:
hoax wrote:...It is the Henries that do the damage in my view.
Yeah, especially the "Eighth". He was a real piece of work, eh?

Thank you for the favourable comments guys, have to get it wired up and try out me Henries.

Talking of which, nothing to do with type and strength of magnets?

by beavis Mon Jun 18, 2012 9:15 am

Gosh, this looks at least as good as the original, if not better. Classy job, really! Wish I had those skills.

by METESKY Mon Jun 18, 2012 10:00 pm

Beautiful job, man. I have to admit to not being a big Thunder fan in the past. I think I'll pay more attention now. ;-)

About how many hours do you think you have in it?

by METESKY Mon Jun 18, 2012 10:01 pm

Beautiful job, man. I have to admit to not being a big Thunder fan in the past. I think I'll pay more attention now. ;-)

About how many hours do you think you have in it?

by jim Wed Jun 20, 2012 6:43 am

Damian, your Thunder looks absolutely fabulous !!!
Congratulations! I'm impressed by the stunning results and envy your skills.
What a beauty you've turned it into !
Thanks for sharing this exciting wonderful project !
Brings in mind this post almost exactly a year ago. Must have inspired you I reckon.
http://forum.westoneguitars.net/t2334-westone-thunder-1a
How cool!

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jim

by Westbone Thu Jun 21, 2012 2:13 pm

Well thank you jim

I've always been meaning to do it. Just finding the time and yes that post did kick start the seed again.

It's all wired up now.

1 volume, 2 tone with pull/push series/parallel on each.

Haven't had a good play on it as yet. Needs setting up, particularly the brass nut as the frets have been redone.

Initial sounds are good. The bridge pup has a load of Henries:lol: and drives the preamp valves into oblivion.

Neck sounds sweet.

Will set it up properly and give it a good try out. Twisted Evil

Dancing knobs

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by hoax Thu Jun 21, 2012 3:11 pm

I 'd rather have my Henries than Professor Grogg's (made up) Faradays.

That boy is so deluded that he is making a cage to keep his Faradays in!!

Wonder what he feeds them? Does he talk to them?

Hoax

by **Barry** Thu Jun 21, 2012 4:00 pm

A Farady in a cage is worth 2 in the bush (or something) Confused 2

by The Chad Fri Jun 22, 2012 8:45 am

I'm so glad we finally got this little guy right here... Thunder - Thunder I rebuild - Page 2 2604600381

Anyway, to the amazing Damian, all I can say is WOW:shock: , WELL DONE! Thunder - Thunder I rebuild - Page 2 1174271126

That is the sexiest and sleekest Thunder I've ever seen. Even though it's not red. Laughing

Those Zebras worked a treat, the burst is just right, the grain looks elegant, and the finish looks nice and smooth. Seems to fit together from top to tail.

Have you considered gold tuning pegs?

by Sgt. Vimes Fri Jun 22, 2012 2:10 pm

The Chad wrote:Have you considered gold tuning pegs?

I was thinking similar thoughts, only in brass. I've been looking for a set of 6 inline brass tuning pegs/machines.....anyone know if and where these are available?

by Westbone Fri Jun 22, 2012 2:31 pm

Never seen brass tuners.

There's a bronzed type going about but have a darker tarnished look.

I was thinking of changing the tuners but didn't fancy throwing another £30 odd at it.

There's plenty of cheap gold tuners but not any cheapies like these.

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by gittarasaurus Fri Jun 22, 2012 2:39 pm

hipshot tuners look really good, with a price to match. but they have what you want one piece at a time. so if you need 3 x 3, or 4 x 2, or 6 x 1, on either side, you can get all of what you need, and none of what you don't.

tuners
gold

or choose some different buttons...
pick

by Westbone Fri Jun 22, 2012 3:21 pm

Exactly, nice price.

by The Chad Fri Jun 22, 2012 3:28 pm

Ah just bite the bullet and finish her off with some nice gold tuners. You can always tarnish them a little to better match the brass. And you could even glue little birdies on there!

Sure would finish her off well...

by Westbone Fri Jun 22, 2012 4:00 pm

Little birdies?

Gave up golf years ago.. What a Face

by grogg Sat Jun 23, 2012 11:13 am

hoax wrote:I 'd rather have my Henries than Professor Grogg's (made up) Faradays.

That boy is so deluded that he is making a cage to keep his Faradays in!!

Wonder what he feeds them? Does he talk to them?

Hoax

Hey easy tiger, or Ill have to flux you with Lorentz force.

by **Barry** Sat Jun 23, 2012 11:39 am

grogg wrote:...Hey easy tiger, or Ill have to flux you with Lorentz force.

Mmmm, sounds naughty. What a Face

by DuoFuzz Sun Jun 24, 2012 8:13 pm

I used these Wilkinson Rotomatic copies on my Thunder I, didn't need to re-drill anything either.

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DAN.

by Westbone Wed Jul 11, 2012 8:07 am

Splashed out and bought some gold tuners £8.00 Sad

that hurt.

Will post a pic. when they arrive.

by The Chad Wed Jul 11, 2012 9:28 am

Westbone wrote:Splashed out and bought some gold tuners £8.00 that hurt.

Will post a pic. when they arrive.

Alright!

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Ya cheapie.

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by Westbone Tue Mar 22, 2016 7:06 pm

Noticed all the photos are gone on this post,,,sucks!

by **Barry** Tue Mar 22, 2016 10:06 pm

Swine Imageshack! Angry 2

by Westbone Sat Mar 26, 2016 6:47 am

All imageshack photos are gone.
This is the only one I saved... Sad

Finished guitar.
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by Adey Sat Mar 26, 2016 9:33 am

To get you photos back, can you sign up for the basic account, re-save your photos elsewhere and then cancel your account again....
Just supposing...

Nice guitar btw!

by Westbone Sat Mar 26, 2016 10:21 am

That's exactly what i've done.
See what happens as they'd lost a good few about a year ago.

by Westbone Mon Mar 28, 2016 6:21 pm

This is the result after paying a subscription, what a bunch of C****s.

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by Westbone Mon Mar 28, 2016 6:29 pm

You've cancelled

We just hate to say good-bye!
Well, we guess this means farewell. We will dearly miss you. If you change your mind, and we hope you will, we will welcome you back with open arms.
Thank you for the time we did spend together.
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Bunch of fooking jokers.

by punkyjam67 Mon Mar 28, 2016 7:01 pm

What an absolute shower of sh*te!

Rubbing salt in the wound, I know, but it shows the importance of keeping a backup whenever you can - all this 'cloud-based' malarkey is ripe for disaster in this old Luddite's mind...

by **Barry** Mon Mar 28, 2016 10:31 pm

punkyjam67 wrote:What an absolute shower of sh*te!
... all this 'cloud-based' malarkey is ripe for disaster in this old Luddite's mind...

Absolutely right!
Cloud computing...I don't trust it for a minute.

Back in the bad old days we used have something called Client-Server configuration. The "Client" (you) was a euphemism for "slave".

by **corsair** Tue Mar 29, 2016 4:39 am

That's appalling.... you've gotta think that Imageshack will go under in this day and age with that sort of attitude; too many people connected by the web to piss about with that f****d-up worldview!

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