Attaching FTP to JTV-59

Started by MikePDX, May 23, 2016, 10:15:05 AM

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MikePDX

I just got my FTP, but it doesn't fit on any of my guitars!  I really want to put it on my JTV-59, but even the thickest mount doesn't get it close enough to the strings with the screws maxed out (plus the top is curved enough at that point in the bodythat I'm concerned the adhesive won't hold). Has anyone installed one on a JTV-59?  Any tips to get it to mount properly?



retropunk

Quote from: MikePDX on May 23, 2016, 10:15:05 AM
I just got my FTP, but it doesn't fit on any of my guitars!  I really want to put it on my JTV-59, but even the thickest mount doesn't get it close enough to the strings with the screws maxed out (plus the top is curved enough at that point in the bodythat I'm concerned the adhesive won't hold). Has anyone installed one on a JTV-59?  Any tips to get it to mount properly?

Hey MikePDX, did you ever get the FTP installed properly on your Variax? I have the same issue and Im looking for help!
Thanks!

retropunk

Hey guys, just wanted to let anyone else whoe finds this thread my experience.

I brought my JTV 59 to my guitar tech and he installed a mounting plate.
He had to use a custom cut piece of wood instead of the included plates. The thickest one provided wasn't thick enough.
Now it works perfectly and the FTP tracks incredibly well.

Thanks!