Conversion bushings for Kluson-type tuners?

[Rex_Rocker]

s anybody using them? Which ones do you recommend?

I've got a Les Paul which came with the Gibson Deluxe tuners that come with the Grover-style colar. I want to replace them using Gotoh Kluson-style locking tuners. However, those have the 8mm push-in bushing.

What conversion bushings have you guys used that would cover up the imprint of the Grover nut and washer better?

[hamerfan]

I read that there are different conversion bushings on the market that have a slightly different diameter since there is no standard. So bringing out a precision caliper and taking measures on your guitar is important. In doubt I would choose the ones with the biggest diameter.
Bad news on the imprints: They are bigger than any bushing.

[Rex_Rocker]

I read that there are different conversion bushings on the market that have a slightly different diameter since there is no standard. So bringing out a precision caliper and taking measures on your guitar is important. In doubt I would choose the ones with the biggest diameter.
Bad news on the imprints: They are bigger than any bushing.

Looks like it. The Grover washer is 15 mm in diamater, and the biggest conversion bushings I found were 14 mm.

Oh well, we'll see how that turns out. I ordered two sets. One off Philadelphia Luthier, and some cheapie Chinese off Amazon.

[Rex_Rocker]

https://www.kluson.com/kluson-modern-bolt-bushing-to-vintage-push-in-cosmetic-adapter-kit-for-vintage-stamped-steel-series-tuning-machines-details.html

These look really cool, but not available in Nickel.

[Rex_Rocker]

Well, in the end, they came out looking alright, I think.