Grizzly Heirloom Strarocaster-Style Kit BL8551 - Manual (Page 21)

H8069 Heirloom Stratocaster-Style Guitar Kit
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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
Figure 33. String retainer locations.
2nd Retainer
1st Retainer
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.