Floyd Rose Related Question

[matt_transition]

How important is it, when installing an original Floyd Rose, to use the mounting studs and screws that come with it, because without some minor work, i cant put mine in because my Ibanez ones are too small. Could i continue using the Ibby ones, or is it generally recommended to switch to the real ones.
Also how can i remove the old, stubborn mounting studs, that seem almost permanently fixed in?

 

[pinto79]

Re: Floyd Rose Related Question

If your RG has the Lo-TRS type trem, the OFR is a drop-in and you can use the Ibanez studs, the spacing is correct. If you have alater one that has an Edge-Pro II or an Edge III, you're S.O.L. because the routing point is different, the OFR woud never intonate. Major wood alterations are required...

Hope this helps!

 

[matt_transition]

Re: Floyd Rose Related Question

Cheers Pinto, i do have the Lo-Trs system, and i am able to put the Floyd in, its just that i was wondering if having the floyd studs in would improve stability and tone etc.

 

[DeadSkinSlayer3]

Re: Floyd Rose Related Question

Unless I was going to block it for downward pull only, I'd personally dowel and re-drill for OFR posts. I'd just feel better knowing it was on a more solid posts. Not that there's anything wrong with those posts, AFAIK, they just don't feel as solid to me.

 

[matt_transition]

Re: Floyd Rose Related Question

Whats the best way to get the old studs out, they are really stuck in there?