Stratocaster bridge had to be raised for enough string height from the saddles -- any workarounds?

[Spaced Out Ace]

I got an 0.25, 0.5, and 1 degree shim from StewMac. If they work out, I might get some for some of my other guitars. While this one comparatively speaking needs more of an extreme adjustment, a few of the others might benefit from the 0.25 degree shims.

 

[DrewJD82]

The shims in my JEM are all cut up business cards.

 

[TSJMajesty]

the size of the neck block raised the fretboard up a fair amount.

Why can't you use a smaller shim? Or thin it down on a belt sander? Or am I out of my depth?

 

[TSJMajesty]

I gotcha. I’d probably consider taking that 1/8” off of the neck instead of modifying everything else to accommodate it as that’s where the issue is stemming from.

Oh sorry. I didn't see that you don't have a shim. I agree with Drew. Someone who is good with a table sander could do that for you. I think it should really come out of the neck.

 

[Spaced Out Ace]

Oh sorry. I didn't see that you don't have a shim. I agree with Drew. Someone who is good with a table sander could do that for you. I think it should really come out of the neck.

I'm going with a shim. I think it'll do the trick. I bought some for other guitars with a gift card, though I realize now Eat Beef StewMac and Cheese is on Amazon, and you get them cheaper. (Rather, they are more expensive, but StewMac has free shipping on Amazon versus their site). C'est la vie.

 

[Eagle]

The small one will probably be enough.

 

[Spaced Out Ace]

The shim suggestion from @Eagle did the trick. I was able to get the bridge as close as I want to the body and not have to max out the string height screws on the bridge saddles.

 

[Eagle]

Glad you’re sorted.