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Old 06-02-2008, 09:54 AM
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I think I would not put money into that fingerboard, but save some cash and eventually reset the neck, replace the fingerboard and bridge. Then you'll have a bass that plays great (providing the work is done well).
Ditto on all the above. That FB is thin already. It is best to get everything right before you make adjustments. Even with getting an Ext. it is often best to put a 'full meat' thickness FB on to insure you don't have to do it later and then re-fit or replace the Ext.

Do it once and do it right. It's cheaper in the long run and I say that from experience.
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Old 06-02-2008, 01:27 PM
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Do it once and do it right. It's cheaper in the long run and I say that from experience.
Absolutely correct. I already spent money regluing the old board and having the bridge recut and fitted when I got the bass. At the time, I thought I might get away without the major work being done, but it hasn't worked out that way.
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