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Swaping an Edge Zero

Discussion in 'Luthiery, Modifications & Customizations' started by dr_game0ver, Oct 6, 2018.

  1. dr_game0ver

    dr_game0ver SS.org Regular

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    Hey, i've got that Ibanez RGA420Z, i'd like to know if i can swap it for a standard floyd or a low pro Edge?
    Do i have to keep the ZPS or do i have to get rid of everything?
     
    dr_game0ver, Oct 6, 2018
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  2. MaxOfMetal

    MaxOfMetal Likes trem wankery. Super Moderator

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    You can do whatever, you just might need to fill/redrill some stuff and/or do some work on the cavities.

    As of now, nothing is a direct drop-in replacement for the Edge Zero, and the ZPS is only compatible with trem blocks designed for it.
     
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    cardinal Strat 7 Guy

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    Max nailed it. I’ve seen it done. You’ll need to pull the bushings, fill the holes, and drill new holes because the Lo Pro studs are in a different spot.

    Then you’ll need to massage the spring cavity to get a normal claw in there.

    I don’t remember if the trem recess needs some work too, but I would assume it also would need some tweaking.
     
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  4. dr_game0ver

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    Thx for the answers.
     
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  5. NateFalcon

    NateFalcon Party’s over

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    Without major mods...no
     
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