Thread subject: STATII.COM: For all things Status-Graphite :: Status 3000 refurb
Posted by BLUNDERTHUMBS on 13-10-2015 07:30
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IMG_0795 by
ian Sayers, on Flickr
Stripped down Status 3000 number 066 before I begin sanding and finishing with Danish oil.
IMG_0794 by
ian Sayers, on Flickr
Edited by BLUNDERTHUMBS on 23-04-2024 09:55
Posted by ejnarDK on 14-10-2015 03:19
#2
Hmm. Could have sworn that bass was number 68.....
Seriously. Nice job. Looking forward to seeing the finished job.
Edited by ejnarDK on 23-04-2024 09:55
Posted by BLUNDERTHUMBS on 14-10-2015 03:31
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ejnarDK wrote:
Hmm. Could have sworn that bass was number 68.....
Seriously. Nice job. Looking forward to seeing the finished job.
68 is written in pen in the neck socket but the serial number stamped on the string retainer is definitely 066 ;-)
Posted by ejnarDK on 14-10-2015 06:39
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All good. Was supposed to be a joke of some sort, based on the obvious number 68.
My bad. I have no reason to doubt the number you have posted.
Another sad example illustrating that jokes + language barriers + lack of facial expression= Not a good idea.
Really sorry for the misunderstanding.
/DK.
Posted by BLUNDERTHUMBS on 15-10-2015 02:27
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ejnarDK wrote:
All good. Was supposed to be a joke of some sort, based on the obvious number 68.
My bad. I have no reason to doubt the number you have posted.
Another sad example illustrating that jokes + language barriers + lack of facial expression= Not a good idea.
Really sorry for the misunderstanding
/DK.
No problem. I don't know why 68 is written in the neck pocket. It's also written on the heel of the neck. Maybe someone else has the answer. :-0
Edited by BLUNDERTHUMBS on 23-04-2024 09:55
Posted by BLUNDERTHUMBS on 01-11-2015 04:19
#6
A couple of coats of Danish oil applied. ready to be waxed with Gerlitz no1 then the reassembly starts. ;-)
Posted by bassbus on 01-11-2015 05:18
#7
Looking great. Even on the cheaper models great bits of wood were used.
Posted by BLUNDERTHUMBS on 01-11-2015 05:25
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Bassbus wrote:
Looking great. Even on the cheaper models great bits of wood were used.
Finest American Walnut no less. Was toying with the idea of having it sprayed Postman Pat Red but I bottled it :-( Maybe next time.
Edited by BLUNDERTHUMBS on 23-04-2024 09:55
Posted by ejnarDK on 10-11-2015 11:54
#9
Looks brilliant man.
I Love the wood finish.
Well done.
Posted by bassbus on 11-11-2015 00:19
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Great job! I'm sure Mr. Green would be proud.
Posted by BLUNDERTHUMBS on 11-11-2015 02:26
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Bassbus wrote:
Great job! I'm sure Mr. Green would be proud.
Just spoken Dawn at Status ( who Is very helpful I must add) She is going to see if they have any of the older 'J' type pickups kicking about with the Status logo embossed in gold on the covers. I prefer them to the newer plain units which they currently sell ;-)
Posted by BLUNDERTHUMBS on 13-11-2015 04:04
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Spoke to Dawn on the phone today. She told me Rob is prepared to make me a pair of the old style Status 'J' pickups with the Status gold logo on the cases. What can I say. ?? If there were more companies that are prepared to go that extra mile like Rob and Dawn have then the country wouldn't be on it's arse. Thanks again Status. Ian.
Posted by Danny on 16-11-2015 01:21
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It's why people generally go back to them. They maintain deep loyalty and reputation by just being normal approachable people. There aren't many that are mainstream builders and still offer a bespoke service. Well done Status.
Posted by andre on 16-11-2015 08:14
#14
Amazing ! Bravo Rob and Dawn !
Posted by BLUNDERTHUMBS on 26-11-2015 11:40
#15
Status 3000 back in the rack with the rest of the gang. Now passive with a Tone Styler 12 position Varitone control and a new pair of Status 'J' type pickups made for me courtesy of Mr Green. Very pleased with the results after the strip down and refurb. Wanted to keep the original look. Looks and sounds superb.
Posted by ejnarDK on 26-11-2015 22:06
#16
Looks amazing Blunder.
You have every right to be pleased with your effort.
Well done.
Posted by BLUNDERTHUMBS on 06-01-2016 09:22
#17
For the benefit of ThomasB Here is my 3000 number 066
Posted by ThomasB on 06-01-2016 12:18
#18
Thanks Blunder, looks gorgeous!
Posted by Mattheus on 20-10-2017 07:26
#19
I would love to see the pictures...
Posted by BLUNDERTHUMBS on 27-10-2017 02:36
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