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How to Remove Offset Bridge Thimbles (SAFE & EASY!)

If your new bridge won’t fit on your Jazzmaster, Jaguar, Mustang, or Bass VI, the thimbles are almost always the problem. This is a particularly annoying issue on Fender's Vintera & VIntera II models. In this video I show what I’ve found to be the safest and easiest method to remove bridge thimbles on any Fender offset—no heat, no prying tools, and zero finish damage. This approach works on: Jazzmaster thimble removal Jaguar thimble removal Mustang bridge thimbles Bass VI bridge thimbles Vintera / Vintera II offsets with the tiny import thimbles Aftermarket bodies with undersized thimble holes I walk through the entire process step-by-step using a simple extraction bit so you can remove the thimbles cleanly and safely, even if you’ve never done this before. I also cover widening the holes (if needed), installing new thimbles, checking the ground wire, and what sizes actually fit modern and vintage-spec bridges. If you’ve been nervous about damaging your finish or unsure which method is actually safe, this is the one I trust every time. Let me know below what bridge you’re upgrading to—Mastery, American Pro, AVRI, Staytrem, or something else. Chapters: 00:00 Intro & why Vintera II thimbles are a problem 00:36 Aftermarket bridges that won’t fit 01:03 Why common removal advice is bad 01:16 The safest removal method (overview) 01:38 Why thimbles stick + shoutout to Shelby 02:09 Tools you need (extraction bit) 02:38 Removing the first thimble cleanly 03:05 Thimble stuck? How to release it safely 03:25 Removing the second thimble 03:47 Installing new thimbles (opening the holes) 06:07 Checking specs, fitment & hammer-in method 08:58 Ensuring ground contact 09:51 Final install + continuity check 10:22 Recommended tool link 10:38 Wrap-up, tips & final thoughts If you enjoyed this video and other content I make and want to help the channel, grab yourself a sweet Totally Wired Guitars: Jazzmaster, Jaguar, Mustang or Bass VI shirt at my new merch shop and rep your favorite offset, in style! http://totallywiredguitars.etsy.com Or get the gear featured in this or other videos by clicking on the affiliate links below. It helps support the channel in a huge way, so I can continue to do what I do best. ______________________________________ Featured in this Video (Affiliate Links): Fender Vintera II ’50s Jazzmaster Electric Guitar, Rosewood Fingerboard: Sonic Blue: https://www.zzounds.com/a--3994077/si... Desert Sand: https://www.zzounds.com/a--3994077/si... Irwin Screw Extractor Drill Bits, Spiral Flute, 6-Piece - https://amzn.to/4oR84BA The Offset Bridge, 7.25" Radius, Nickel Plated Brass Saddles: https://offsetguitarsuk.com Stewmac Dead Blow Fretting Hammer: https://amzn.to/3KF7fhm Fender '65 Princeton Reverb Amp: https://www.zzounds.com/a--3994077/si... Universal Audio OX Amp-Top Box: https://www.zzounds.com/a--3994077/si... Check out the rest of my favorite & recommended gear: https://www.zzounds.com/share--totall... ______________________________________ Featured (Non-Affliliate Links): Black Bobbin Guitars: https://blackbobbin.com Have a question about offset guitars or need a setup, mod or custom build? Email me: totallywiredguitars@gmail.com