Epi screws vs Gibson screws

[NotCardio]

I bought a generic aftermarket pickup ring set from GC for an Epi SG that was missing a ring.

Turns out that the adjustment screws are a different size than the stock Epi pickups require.

I'm assuming that the aftermarkets are compatible with Gibsons.

Anyone know how I can get screws that will fit the Epis?

 

[Nostalgic Distortion]

Re: Epi screws vs Gibson screws

The Epi. screws are a bit thicker than Gibson or Duncan.

Just use a drill to ream out the holes a little, should be fine...

 

[Detroitblues]

Re: Epi screws vs Gibson screws

Epi's are also metric and Gibson are imperial.

I found that out the hardway myself...

 

[NotCardio]

Re: Epi screws vs Gibson screws

The Epi. screws are a bit thicker than Gibson or Duncan.

Just use a drill to ream out the holes a little, should be fine...

I'm going the other way - Gibson screws into Epi pickups - the screws are too small.

Where can I get Epi-sized screws?

 

[Nostalgic Distortion]

Re: Epi screws vs Gibson screws

Oh, my bad, I misunderstood what you were asking...

The good thing about your predicament is that the metric sized screws that you need are available at most hardware stores whereas the smaller Gibson/Duncan screws are not.....

 

[NotCardio]

Re: Epi screws vs Gibson screws

OK, anybody know what size that is, for when I go to the hardware store?

 

[Dahla]

Re: Epi screws vs Gibson screws

Probably M3 x 25mm.


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[ehdwuld]

Re: Epi screws vs Gibson screws

three millimeter
type pickup screws into amazon
buy a pound of them

https://www.amazon.com/CynKen-Silver-Springs-Humbucker-Mounting/dp/B01M31GV8W/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1504230248&sr=8-2&keywords=pickup+screws+and+springs