Service manual

Sinclair Community College | ETD 110 Guitar Service Manual

slightly smaller and shorter than the screw. After you have drilled the

holes you can put the nut back in the slot and screw it into place.

Strap Button Repair

� Screwdriver

� Wood glue

� Dowel rods or toothpicks (depending on

situation)

� Sandpaper (400 grit+)

One thing that doesn’t come up much when talking about guitar

maintenance, but is extremely important, is strap button repair. The

last think you want is your guitar to fly off while you are playing.

Strap buttons loosen up gradually just from everyday wear and tear.

If a strap button loosens or pops out while playing, your guitar will

fall to the floor which may severely damage it. Strap buttons can be

repaired easily but you must pay attention to detail.

First of all if your strap button can easily be pulled out, the only

way to fix it is to plug and re-drill. The hole has likely been stripped

out which means you must find a dowel or a plug that will snugly fit in

the hole. You must first measure the hole left by the screw. You will

likely be able to find the correct size dowel at any local hardware

store. Use a small amount of wood glue such as Tight-Bond to glue

the dowel in the hole and then cut off the excess. Once it has dried

you may sand it down flush to the body.

! Once you are

done sanding re-drill the hole and now you may screw in your strap

button and enjoy the new, snug fit. Remember, always be careful not

to scratch or chip your guitar.