anybody tell me about my squier??

Buslady7803 · 04-25-2010, 10:12 PM

cant find anything about PN serials...I want to find out how old this is, model and all that. I'm guessing it's a cheapie with an agathis or alder body? headstock is soft, there's a few dings in it but it's fine. one tuner is rattly but it's also fine.
it was given to me, cheapo or not, I wasn't going to say no LOL! just threw on a new set of ghs medium rounds, sounds better than it was with the old strings

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and the serial #

Suek · 04-25-2010, 10:34 PM

I would assume the "P" is for Precision Bass and the "N" is like on 6 strings is for 1990's. If I find more info I'll post it. Nice Bass! I don't blame you for saying yes! I would! I think I seen "N" for a 90's guitar and the next number is the year. I'm taking a guess, Maybe 1995?
For example: I know your's was not made in these countries but I'll show you anyway.
Chinese & Taiwanese Squiers

YN: Y = Yako (Taiwan), N = Nineties (1990s), the first number following the serial number prefix is the year.

For example

* "YN5" = made by Yako in 1995.

Here's the lnk, There's not much info here.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Squier

Oh I just found this one on Squier Precision bass and it doesn't say very much:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fender_Precision_Bass

Buslady7803 · 04-25-2010, 11:32 PM

Thanks. trying to figure out it's history is a pain. LOL...

it's a good bass, bridge is a little dirty but it's fine. My teacher's already gone over it, can't adjust the truss it's not moving at all he said. It's been sitting in it's case in a garage for a few years. Now it's got some TLC and life again.

Suek · 04-25-2010, 11:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Buslady7803

Thanks. trying to figure out it's history is a pain. LOL...

it's a good bass, bridge is a little dirty but it's fine. My teacher's already gone over it, can't adjust the truss it's not moving at all he said. It's been sitting in it's case in a garage for a few years. Now it's got some TLC and life again.

Oh you're welcome. You know I wish I could remember where I read about lubricating the truss rod. I can't remember if you use WD-40 or not. I just got a cheap Affinity off ebay and it was a little dirty too. lol Now she's looking good. lol

Suek · 04-26-2010, 12:03 AM

Hey try here:
http://www.fender.com/community/forums/
Scroll down a ways and you'll see a section for Squier guitars. I hope you find something!

Wait here's the direct link to the Squier Bass guitars:
http://www.fender.com/community/foru...forum.php?f=16

S. Rock · 04-26-2010, 12:16 AM

yep, Sue's got you headed in the right direction. you're in good hands.

Suek · 04-26-2010, 12:23 AM

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Originally Posted by S. Rock

yep, Sue's got you headed in the right direction. you're in good hands.

Thank you! I thought it looked pretty good over there.

Suek · 04-26-2010, 12:44 AM

I found the page where it says about WD-40 and 3 in 1 oil
Now I really don't know if this will work, So go at your own risk.
http://www.athensmusician.net/archiv...eimbody1.shtml

Buslady7803 · 04-26-2010, 03:19 AM

i dont think im gonna take any risks with the truss, it plays fine.

YeahDoIt · 04-26-2010, 06:33 AM

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Originally Posted by Buslady7803

one tuner is rattly but it's also fine

I remember reading that someone had a bass with a tuner that rattled, they put a drop of super glue on the tuner and the rattle disappeared.

Suek · 04-26-2010, 08:34 AM

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Originally Posted by YeahDoIt

I remember reading that someone had a bass with a tuner that rattled, they put a drop of super glue on the tuner and the rattle disappeared.

That's good to know. Thanks! Hey sometimes it's those little things that work that saves a person from spending money they don't have. lol

Suek · 04-26-2010, 08:39 AM

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Originally Posted by Buslady7803

i dont think im gonna take any risks with the truss, it plays fine.

That's good then, Enjoy!!

Buslady7803 · 04-26-2010, 06:34 PM

interesting fix, cool!

pictoratus · 04-26-2010, 10:49 PM

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Originally Posted by Suek

I found the page where it says about WD-40 and 3 in 1 oil
Now I really don't know if this will work, So go at your own risk.
http://www.athensmusician.net/archiv...eimbody1.shtml

That is probably the best truss rod adjustment description I've seen. Thanks Suek!

Suek · 04-27-2010, 10:11 AM

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Originally Posted by pictoratus

That is probably the best truss rod adjustment description I've seen. Thanks Suek!

You're welcome. I thought it was pretty good myself.

Grrrowler39 · 08-28-2010, 11:34 PM

You folks are just AWESOME!!
I love the sense of community here with everyone willing to share ideas on how to do what they do.
I am really looking forward to getting more involved.

Suek · 08-30-2010, 12:48 PM

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Originally Posted by Grrrowler39

You folks are just AWESOME!!
I love the sense of community here with everyone willing to share ideas on how to do what they do.
I am really looking forward to getting more involved.

I like it myself. I like learning more about my guitar. It keeps your mind off stupid useless things. lol