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Soya Spring Dampener [BLUEBERRY BURST]

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Introduction

In this guide, we will be installing the Soya Spring Dampener – Strum Spring Upgrade for CRKD Les Paul Blueberry Burst mod.

The Soya Spring Dampener mod is ONLY for Blueberry Burst models. IT DOES NOT WORK WITH THE TRIBAL EDITION.

Required Tools

  • T10 Screwdriver/Bit

If you do not have this screwdriver/bit already, we suggest this screwdriver kit.


Soya Spring Dampener Mod Installation (Blueberry Burst ONLY)

  1. Remove the battery from the compartment under the “bridge” cover
  1. Grab SSD bracket and foam piece, removing backing from foam piece, and apply to lower part of the bracket, right below the thin clip on the bracket

  1. Remove 8 T10 torx screws on rear of guitar body
  1. Remove 4 T10 torx screws near neck slot on front of guitar body
  1. Lay guitar body on its front with rear facing upwards and remove rear body shell
  1. Remove black tape on top of spring cover and move haptic motor wire to the side
  1. Center the SSD bracket on the spring cover, hold it at a 45 degree angle, then push the SSD bracket onto the spring cover. Make sure it is sturdy and secure, there should be no significant wobble or loose feeling.
  1. Position the haptic motor wire in the slot on top of the SSD bracket, and secure it with the black tape we removed earlier.
  1. Reinstall the rear body shell and 8 T10 torx screws (don’t forget about the 4 by the neck)