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Re: RWRP

5/4/2003 6:46 PM
Steve A.	Re: RWRP Luijo: Fender changed to 5-way switches in the mid 70's... I guess you are right about the date because I just found this on the Angela site: Fender 5-Way Strat American Standard Switch, for when you're in one of those corny '70s 'out of phase' moods. Includes mounting screws and switch tips. GENUINE FENDER part; as used on USA guitars, fits old and new USA Fender guitars. SALE! EACH $5.75, TEN FOR JUST $55!!! So were the 5-way switches available as an aftermarket replacement before Fender started using them as standard equipment on their new guitars? --Thanks! Steve Ahola

5/4/2003 6:46 PM

Steve A.

Re: RWRP

Luijo:

Fender changed to 5-way switches in the mid 70's...

I guess you are right about the date because I just found this on the Angela site:

Fender 5-Way Strat American Standard Switch, for when you're in one of those corny '70s 'out of phase' moods. Includes mounting screws and switch tips. GENUINE FENDER part; as used on USA guitars, fits old and new USA Fender guitars. SALE! EACH $5.75, TEN FOR JUST $55!!!

So were the 5-way switches available as an aftermarket replacement before Fender started using them as standard equipment on their new guitars?

--Thanks!

Steve Ahola