metalwarrior Posted May 13, 2007 Report Share Posted May 13, 2007 I have the EMG KFK 81/85 combo and want to direct mount them. The problem is they have a threaded insert which is very small and I can't find a screw small enough to fit through, and I would rather not drill out the hole. The hole is stated as being 3/48. Why don't they just call it 1/16? The smallest screws I have been able to find are 1/8. What is the best way to go about this? I know it can be done but just don't know the right approach. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crafty Posted May 13, 2007 Report Share Posted May 13, 2007 Use a threaded insert in the body, or use a set of EMGs that are designed to be direct mounted, like the P81/P85. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
metalwarrior Posted May 14, 2007 Author Report Share Posted May 14, 2007 I already have the pickups so using the P81/85 isn't an option. The problem with threaded inserts is I have no idea where to find them that size, just like the small screws I couldn't find. If anyone knows of a place that sells them please let me know. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crafty Posted May 14, 2007 Report Share Posted May 14, 2007 Use a couple of nuts glued into the body for each pickup. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Optmstkilr Posted May 15, 2007 Report Share Posted May 15, 2007 (edited) I drilled the pickup height adjustment mounts out on my drill press very slightly to allow wood screws to pass thru and mount. I drilled just enough as not to drill out smaller diameter brass insert completely. Edited May 15, 2007 by Optmstkilr Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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