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Step Twenty One-Trussrod Cover
Once the setup is complete and any truss rod adjustment is made, position
the truss rod cover by butting it up against the nut. Mark and pre-drill the
holes and secure cover with the three black screws.
Step Twenty Two-Strap Button and End Pin
Drill the endpin with a ¼” drill bit and follow that hole with a tapered
reamer, continuing to test fit so that the endpin will require a slight tap for
final seating. Do not completely seat this endpin until the final sanding and
finishing is complete.
The strap button comes complete with a button, screw and a felt washer. Do
not install this until the guitar has been completely finished with a top coat.
Locate the button on the bottom side of the neck heel. (The bottom side is
the side of the neck furthest away when you are holding the guitar to play it).
Exactly where to place the strap is up to you and may also be based on the
strap design itself. Be sure to drill hole clear of the neck bolts.
Note:
Be sure to drill hole for strap button very close to the size of the screw.
Drilling too small of a hole and “forcing” the screw in could potentially
crack the neck heel.
