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Looks like they also either overtightened the studs or didn't know that you shouldn't do it under string tension, and used the wrong tool too - they're a bit chewed up. The right tool is a coin, not a screwdriver...
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I'm hoping as all above have said that they are a bushing/riser of some sort as it isn't that comfortable to play as I tend to have the tailpiece decked.
But it does look like you should be able to get it a fair bit lower - it's OK as long as the strings are clear of the back edge of the bridge, and even if the top E touches.
Just remember to loosen the locking screws first, and the string tension, or you'll chew up the posts.
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Agree with the action too, it can definitely come down a little bit.
I would guess that you'll be able to get the tailpiece tight down like that - in fact, if you look at the gap under the tailpiece now and compare it to the height of the tailpiece above the strings, that's about the amount you'll gain by top-wrapping it.
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I top wrap too :-) fuck 'em
Now restrung and decked as per my preference. I've never come across bushings like this before, every day's a school day!
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@ICBM the worst part is the rest of the hardware is chrome not nickel....!
It's why I don't get on with Strats or Teles, I can't find any where to anchor my right hand when I need to!
you also don't want hard tension on the back edge of a TOM bridge - think it accelerates the collapse of the bridge and loss of radius.
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