Fender Stratocaster

The Fender Stratocaster is a model of electric guitar designed between 1952 and 1954 by Leo Fender, Bill Carson, George Fullerton, and Freddie Tavares. The Fender Musical Instruments Corporation has continuously manufactured the Stratocaster since 1954. It is a double-cutaway guitar, with an extended top "horn" shape for balance

Techniques

Fixing a bad output jack in a Fender Stratocaster

Fixing a bad output jack in a Fender Stratocaster

Replacement Guides

Fender Stratocaster Volume Potentiometer

Fender Stratocaster Volume Potentiometer

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String

Tools

These are some common tools used to work on this device. You might not need every tool for every procedure.

  • Marlin Screwdriver Set - 15 Precision Screwdrivers

  • 6-in-1 Screwdriver

  • FixHub | Power Series Smart Soldering Iron

  • Lead-Free Solder

  • Solder ROHS Lead Free Rosin Core

  • iFixit Desoldering Wick

  • Phillips #1 Screwdriver

  • Desoldering Pump

  • Flux Pen 10ml No Clean

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