tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2534195963488802319.post6175535444226978198..comments2024-03-06T06:57:59.305-08:00Comments on DIY Strat (and other guitar & audio projects): Gibson Deluxe Tuners (part three - the fix)stuhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02461220593169801487noreply@blogger.comBlogger1125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2534195963488802319.post-87861472901941748222012-10-04T06:42:06.290-07:002012-10-04T06:42:06.290-07:00I had to use a combination of methods to ensure a ...I had to use a combination of methods to ensure a durable repair. I used a pair of very small C-clamps on the corners of the housing to make sure the cover didn't shift during subsequent steps. I then "staked" the tabs by driving a pointed punch between the tangs, spreading them and locking them into their slots. I finished up by soldering as you described. The repair was so good, I am tempted to do the other five tuners before they loosen any further!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com