String Retainers, To install the string retainer | Grizzly BL8551

String Retainers

The string retainers mount between the 1st and 2nd strings and between the 3rd and 4th strings (Figure 33). String retainers are designed to hold the strings down against the nut to enable correct tuning.

Components and Hardware Needed:	Qty
Neck and Body (Assembled)	1
String Retainers	2
Bushings 4 x 5 x 3mm	2
Chrome Screws 2.5 x 14mm	2

2nd Retainer

1st Retainer

Figure 33. String retainer locations.

To install the string retainer:

1.Place the 1st string retainer on top of the 1st and 2nd strings near the second tuner and loosen the strings several turns.

2.Using a 1⁄16" drill bit positioned through the string retainer, drill a 1⁄4" deep hole into the headstock.

Note: Drilling the hole deeper than 1⁄2" could result in drilling out the bottom of the head- stock.

3.Slide a 2.5 x 14mm screw through the retainer and bushing, then fasten it to the headstock (Figure 33).

4.Place the 2nd string retainer on top of the 3rd and 4th strings, loosen the strings, and repeat Steps 2–3.

H8069 Heirloom Stratocaster-Style Guitar Kit

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Grizzly BL8551 owner manual String Retainers, To install the string retainer

Contents

Model H8069 Heirloom Stratocaster Style Guitar KIT Page Table of Contents Safety Introduction ForewordContact Info Parts & Inventory Parts Inventory Recommended Tools & Supplies Supplies/Tools Identification Peghole Placement AssemblyComponents Needed Qty To drill the pegholes in the headstock To shape the headstock Shaping Headstock Sanding Neck Sanding BodyComponents and Hardware Needed Qty Repeat Finishing Body Finishing NeckTo finish the guitar neck To finish the guitar body Mounting Tuners To install the tuners To attach the pick guard to the guitar body Pick Guard To mount the neck to the guitar body Mounting NeckTo determine neck mounting hole depth Another way to determine neck mounting hole depth optional To drill mounting holes in the neck Tremolo BridgeTo mount the neck to the body To attach the tremolo bridge to the guitar body To attach the audio jack to the guitar body Audio Jack Strap Buttons Mounting Back Plate To mount the back plate to the guitar bodyTo attach the strap buttons to the guitar Nut To install the nut Installing NutTo install the strings using the bridge Winding Strings To secure the pick guard to the guitar body Guard String Retainers To install the string retainer Neck Adjustment SetupTo adjust the bow of the guitar neck General To adjust the string height String HeightTools Needed Qty Pickup Height Tuning To measure the string height at the pickupTo tune the guitar Tremolo Adjustment Setting IntonationTools Needed Qty Phillips Head Screwdriver To set the intonation Reference Info AccessoriesH3097-Chromatic Tuner G9845-6 Pc. Hollow Punch Set G1530-Router Pad Model H5750-59 McFaddens Lacquers and Fillers Model H5962-Guitar Stand-Electric/Archtop Model H8912 Sandpaper H4406-The Fender Stratocaster H4412-The Guitar HandbookH6015-10 Watt Electric Guitar Amplifier H6040-SambaElectric Strings-Light Electrical Components Pick guard wiring Black Wire Solder Point White Wire Wiring Diagram Warranty and Returns Page Page