Going back to strap pins

[AlexDelores]

I’ve currently got Schaller S Locks in my bass but would like to go back to standard pins and rubber strap locks.

 

the S locks screws are slightly bigger to my eye than the standard screws. Would this cause any issues? 
 

Or, can anyone reccomend a get around? Matchstick shavings in the hole? 
 

Any suggestions appreciated

 

Thanks

Alex 

 

[NancyJohnson]

2 hours ago, AlexDelores said:

I’ve currently got Schaller S Locks in my bass but would like to go back to standard pins and rubber strap locks.

 

the S locks screws are slightly bigger to my eye than the standard screws. Would this cause any issues? 
 

Or, can anyone reccomend a get around? Matchstick shavings in the hole? 
 

Any suggestions appreciated

 

Thanks

Alex 

 

 

To make the hole smaller, or to grab the screw, a bit of a wood toothpick and some woodglue.  Don't even bother letting it dry/set.  Little bit of glue, pop the toothpick in, screw her home.

[Skybone]

Yep, toothpick / cocktail stick / matchstick in the hole.

 

Don't necessarily need to use glue, just the tension of new wood will hold it, though some PVA would give you a bit more security.

[PaulThePlug]

Tooth pick can be a bit hard... i favour glue and matchstick.

[AlexDelores]

Brill, thanks Gents 👍

[Jean-Luc Pickguard]

4 hours ago, NancyJohnson said:

Little bit of glue, pop the toothpick in, screw her home.