Silhouette Special trem arm swing

[585dougb]

Just got a used Silo Special with an amazing feel to it and am finding a few minor problems to tweak as I get to know it. First off - does the vintage trem swing tightener screw have a clutch insert like some old kahlers? Mine just barely tightens and then loosens right up again. Thanks!

 

[PeteDuBaldo]

If you dive the tremolo and look at the back of the block (just below the intonation screws for your B & e strings) there is a small hex screw that you can tighten/loosen to apply more/less tension on the bar. It is 1.5mm. If that doesn't work then I would give EB a call, the bushing may be worn out.

 

[585dougb]

Aha! It does have a bushing! On kahlers they call it a clutch - (fancy name for tiny nylon rod) where can I find the proper number to call? Thanks!

 

[koogie2k]

Did you try the dealer first? If not there - 866-823-2255.

 

[585dougb]

Dealer doesn't carry ernie ball - just had this one from a trade in - thanks so much!