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installing long length stop tp studs

J.D.

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The bushings inserted into the body should be zinc plated steel. The studs switched from nickel plated brass to nickel plated steel around 2013.
 
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The bushings inserted into the body should be zinc plated steel. The studs switched from nickel plated brass to nickel plated steel around 2013.
Thanks. Much appreciated.
I have to see what everyone thinks of the tonal difference perceived of Steel vs Brass.
 
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