von Braun Posted November 1, 2009 Share Posted November 1, 2009 Has anyone ever swapped out the bridge on a Westone Thunder 1A? The original bridge isn't bad but I think the bass would suit something a bit meatier. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lfalex v1.1 Posted November 1, 2009 Share Posted November 1, 2009 [quote name='von Braun' post='642304' date='Nov 1 2009, 07:49 AM']Has anyone ever swapped out the bridge on a Westone Thunder 1A? The original bridge isn't bad but I think the bass would suit something a bit meatier.[/quote] I own a Westone Raider 1. Same Bridge as yours. By the looks of things (though I've not measured it) A BadAss II might be a good enough fit. The only reason I'd want to change it is because the brass has tarnished heavily over the years from sweat. That, and the fact that the R1 has Black Knobs, a Brass Bridge and Chrome Tuners. Looks like a right dog's dinner! The Thunders all seem to have better matching hardware... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
King Tut Posted November 1, 2009 Share Posted November 1, 2009 As long as the bridge works and looks ok - I'd keep it - brass and meaty. If it's tarnished you can clean them up a treat with metal polish. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stingrayfan Posted November 1, 2009 Share Posted November 1, 2009 [quote name='King Tut' post='642406' date='Nov 1 2009, 11:17 AM']As long as the bridge works and looks ok - I'd keep it - brass and meaty. If it's tarnished you can clean them up a treat with metal polish.[/quote] ..and if you ever want to sell it on, it will look better with the original on it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bassassin Posted November 1, 2009 Share Posted November 1, 2009 [quote name='stingrayfan' post='642411' date='Nov 1 2009, 11:23 AM']..and if you ever want to sell it on, it will look better with the original on it.[/quote] It'll also sell better - JapCrap's getting more & more collectable & keeping things original is wise if you're ever going to sell. Are these a standard Fender type? If so a BA2 or Gotoh should just bolt straight on & you can swap back if you want to sell it. JOn. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
von Braun Posted November 1, 2009 Author Share Posted November 1, 2009 The original bridge is actually in fine condition and adjusts well, I'm sure I just have a hang-up about sticking on expensive after-market hardware on my basses! Good point about keeping it as original as possible for future sale. Thanks all......I'm going to leave it for now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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