What to do with Leo? Mod or Not 🤔

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  • @guitarzan0515
    @guitarzan0515 21 день тому

    Ok J, about the pickguard, if you have a sign shop around, get some vinyl pieces of different colors, shouldn’t cost to much, and put it on the back side. Works great! That’s what I did on my custom Spalding Strat. No paint to mess with, or try to remove!
    Does it have potential, in your hands, Absolutely!!
    I liked the Superman squeeze on the string tree💥💪💪💪💪💪

    • @j-man9457
      @j-man9457  21 день тому +2

      @@guitarzan0515 hahaha thanks... Gonna use carbon fiber under the pick guard 😃

    • @guitarzan0515
      @guitarzan0515 20 днів тому

      @ perfect!

  • @brittboyette461
    @brittboyette461 17 днів тому

    The biggest reason for the plastic backing plate on the neck plate is to help keep the plate from sinking into the softer wood found in many guitar bodies.

    • @j-man9457
      @j-man9457  16 днів тому +1

      @@brittboyette461 yeah I have never found them to be problematic. If I have em, I use them!

  • @zuperdee
    @zuperdee 21 день тому +1

    1) Kaish makes a “heavy duty” enclosed box-style switch, which is what I would recommend if you want to upgrade the stock switch without having to enlarge the route.
    2) As 2bikemike said, the vintage and modern-style bridges have totally different specs. Modern bridges NEED to be a bit longer than vintage, given the length of the stamped steel saddles vs the barrel-style saddles. I think you might still be able to find a drop-in replacement for the stock bridge, but honestly, I’m not sure it’s worth it.
    3) Overall, this is one guitar I’d take a pass on, given all the workmanship and compatibility issues you identified. If this guitar had some truly unique or compelling aesthetics, and if the workmanship were better, then it might be worth upgrading the hardware, but as it stands, it’s ugly, and it’s not a particularly remarkable Tele-style specimen in any way whatsoever. Don’t worry, I’ll still be eager to watch and see what you do with it if you do keep it! 😉

    • @j-man9457
      @j-man9457  20 днів тому

      @@zuperdee hahaha it's a keeper now lol so stand by 😉

    • @toddr2375
      @toddr2375 14 днів тому

      I've used the Kaish switches too, and also recommend them!

    • @j-man9457
      @j-man9457  14 днів тому

      @toddr2375 I actually have used those as well, but I think I'll have clearance for a standard blade switch...

    • @zuperdee
      @zuperdee 14 днів тому

      Yeah, the KAISH switches are not bad. I don’t know how they might compare to blade switches, but they do seem to offer a much better feel and theoretically a longer lifespan than standard box switches, in a form factor that will fit smaller routes.

    • @j-man9457
      @j-man9457  14 днів тому

      @zuperdee yup I have used them before. Simple and well made. An option for sure if plan A fails!

  • @billgregg6836
    @billgregg6836 20 днів тому

    Good timing! Somehow you are always doing videos on “budget” guitars that I’m either thinking about or have just purchased.
    I just bought the LJ tele with US flag print (for playing Star Spangled Banner at my kids summer swim meets) and ended up returning it because the flag design was low-res and cheap looking. I love to tinker with budget guitars so I had fully planned to upgrade it to “proper” tele specs…even considered replacing with a Guitar Fetish tele neck for a truer tele-style headstock. So basically just bought it for the body. But I didn’t love the look of it enough to put the money or time into it. And seeing how much work it would’ve taken to take it on that journey, I don’t regret it…I can use that time to finish my Pango flying V kit instead!!
    So thanks for validating that call…
    That having been said, I’ve got 2 other LJ guitars en route (their budget SG and the slightly higher end Hurricane Deluxe) so we’ll see if they get to stay…😅

    • @j-man9457
      @j-man9457  18 днів тому

      @@billgregg6836 awesome man! Yeah on the fence about these... Gonna mod this one and see how good I can make it!

  • @PulauSwan
    @PulauSwan 21 день тому

    These GLO's are related to other brands , such as Raffle, Surprize, and interestingly enough, Side Show Bob guitars , where every now and then you get a pink elephant , a wall hanger or a cuddly wooden toy . 😊
    You're chasing the holy grail , J-man , a rainbow in the clouds . There's a latrine potty at the base, no pot of gold to be found

    • @j-man9457
      @j-man9457  21 день тому

      @@PulauSwan nah man... Not the holy Grail, just good bones to build a custom tele with. This one is not bad. But the QC on these is flat out terrible!

  • @2bikemikesguitartopics145
    @2bikemikesguitartopics145 21 день тому

    the bridge from Leo is the Modern version and the ones you have are vintage design. the speck are different. get a black modern ver bridge. all the clear tele guards I got didn't have plastic on the front, including my up-scales Leo tele.

    • @j-man9457
      @j-man9457  21 день тому

      @@2bikemikesguitartopics145 thanks bud, good to know!

  • @TonJager72
    @TonJager72 21 день тому

    My specific experience with LJ (twice - both times through Amazon) has not been good. Both guitars were in a foam coffin - beautiful finishes, but both unplayable out of the box. They were so bad, I wondered if they were returns even though I ordered them new. I sent both back, too much to fix. Got a firefly instead and got luckier.😅 I'm enjoying your journey! Cheers, J-man! 🎸😎

    • @j-man9457
      @j-man9457  21 день тому +1

      @@TonJager72 hey.Thanks!
      Yeah something is up with this company for sure!

    • @TonJager72
      @TonJager72 21 день тому

      @j-man9457 I see a lot of good or great reviews of LJ, and I do trust most of them. Maybe it's just a crapshoot with what you get, I dunno. Or maybe the higher end models get better QC...

    • @j-man9457
      @j-man9457  21 день тому +1

      @TonJager72 yeah I'm thinking like you man!

  • @banced1
    @banced1 21 день тому

    I ordered a Firefly and I think it was seized with the Chibsons. My shipment stopped in LA on the 29th at 2am.

    • @j-man9457
      @j-man9457  21 день тому

      @@banced1 wow that sucks!

  • @No1414body
    @No1414body 21 день тому

    The back is the only way to go, I've used those on guitars, they are much cheaper in the US , i only gave 120 American for the last one i bought

    • @j-man9457
      @j-man9457  21 день тому

      @@No1414body 120$? Now that's a good deal! 😃

  • @Johnny.D
    @Johnny.D 20 днів тому

    If you put that blaack bridge on to align with the pickup cavity then the string scale would be out from what i see.
    S for the routiing quality, it should be good if its cnc made.

    • @j-man9457
      @j-man9457  20 днів тому +1

      @@Johnny.D bridge plate is shorter but saddle placement would be correct.. I ordered a direct drop in... Should be good!

  • @TedTalksGuitars
    @TedTalksGuitars 21 день тому +1

    I too thought it was strange that both LJs guitars I received were just in boxes (well on of them was) the other not so much as you know. Neither were in a styrofoam coffins (so its just not CA that is not getting the real packing that so many talk about). Maybe that is because we bought through Amazon and not the Leo website (?). Of course the guitars I bought would have been $50 more buying from the Leo site. That's why title my vids Leo quality control or Amazon deception. Thanks for sharing the under the hood stuff. I never got that far with mine. Rock on!

    • @j-man9457
      @j-man9457  21 день тому

      @@TedTalksGuitars 😉👍

  • @russellharris5072
    @russellharris5072 21 день тому

    If the pickups are alnico,is it really worth changing them?Dime sise pots can be ok if you can find some high quality ones..........................................

  • @BCG5150GUITARS
    @BCG5150GUITARS 21 день тому

    I think you should do whatever you want to it thats why im building my dream telecaster now on my Chanel 😮.. you know your budget on parts and the main thing is only you know if its worth it.

  • @Timtime67
    @Timtime67 21 день тому

    I'd go with the ash tray, the holes wouldn't bug me too bad because of the budget aspect. The color I'm not a fan of. Fun stuff, though. Way better than tv.

    • @j-man9457
      @j-man9457  21 день тому +1

      @@Timtime67 yup more fun than TV for sure haha! Got a Bridge ordered that will drop right in!🤞

    • @Timtime67
      @Timtime67 21 день тому

      @j-man9457 those 3 holes would have bugged you big time, huh J Man. : )

    • @j-man9457
      @j-man9457  21 день тому +1

      @Timtime67 just slightly hahaha! 😉

  • @danrunnoft6642
    @danrunnoft6642 21 день тому +3

    Never trust a Leo. Only buy Capricorns and Virgos from now on.

    • @j-man9457
      @j-man9457  21 день тому

      @@danrunnoft6642 hahaha!

  • @aeynghus
    @aeynghus 21 день тому +5

    Just put it back together and send it back. It isn't worth the effort and you hated the color anyway.

    • @j-man9457
      @j-man9457  21 день тому +3

      @@aeynghus I already ordered the parts hahaha! I think it'll be good once I'm done 👍

  • @j.powellnetwork
    @j.powellnetwork 21 день тому

    Interesting. I think the consensus is, if the seller isn't leo jaymz themselves, don't buy them lol. It shouldn't be that way but I wouldn't trust it if it's not sold by leo jaymz.

    • @j-man9457
      @j-man9457  21 день тому

      @@j.powellnetwork yeah good to know... But shouldn't Leo Jaymz step in here somewhere? Seems weird that someone else can sell his stuff for profit and it not be him? 🤔

  • @barackmycat9448
    @barackmycat9448 21 день тому +2

    This is getting involved . Hope it`s worth it.

    • @j-man9457
      @j-man9457  21 день тому

      @@barackmycat9448 I have pickups here, and lots of mini pots, and Jacks... A few parts coming in, and with some knowhow, even the little bit I have, it should be a good player!

  • @jerrymccabejr
    @jerrymccabejr 21 день тому

    I bet your correct. Someone probably buying seconds and selling as new and good condition.

    • @j-man9457
      @j-man9457  21 день тому

      @@jerrymccabejr something is up for sure!

  • @SearchingForTone
    @SearchingForTone 20 днів тому

    I got 2 coming my way. I think their Facebook is more responsive than their email. I have never gotten a reply back from emails

    • @j-man9457
      @j-man9457  20 днів тому +1

      @@SearchingForTone ahhhh good to know! Thanks. Let me know how yours are out of the box once you get them and if you have a minute.
      Thanks!

  • @lesterwatson8519
    @lesterwatson8519 21 день тому

    Looks like the Leo James is like a box of chocolate's, you never know what you are getting. I have seen other bad and good reviews on Leo James guitars. Sounds like something is wrong at QC. PS I really enjoy your reviews they are great.

    • @j-man9457
      @j-man9457  21 день тому

      @@lesterwatson8519 Thanks man! Yeah something is up for sure!

  • @birdman316
    @birdman316 21 день тому

    wild stuff brother!
    great informative info!
    i just recieved a beauty of a T style by censtar....sounds nice and feels amazing...but theres something wierd about both pups which ill demonstrate in a future film...
    if dick dale was a tele guy this gold censtar would look great on him haha!!!

    • @j-man9457
      @j-man9457  21 день тому

      @@birdman316 thanks. Sounds interesting!

  • @PeterMacfadyen-k5d
    @PeterMacfadyen-k5d 18 днів тому

    You played my 45 thousand dollar #stratocaster

    • @j-man9457
      @j-man9457  18 днів тому +1

      @@PeterMacfadyen-k5d yup!

  • @dbrown6451
    @dbrown6451 17 днів тому

    I bought a Leo Jaymz American flag LP. The neck is bowed. Its unplayable. The fretboard radius is 14 and the bridge is 12. I emailed Leo Jaymz support 4 times and never received a reply. I have a 200 paperweight. Im in the US…..PISS ON LEO JAYMZ

    • @j-man9457
      @j-man9457  17 днів тому +1

      @@dbrown6451 man that Sucks! Someone mentioned that they are good to reply on their Facebook page... Maybe give that a try. As far as the back bow, did you add relief to the neck by turning the truss rod counter clockwise? That should correct it if the truss rod is functional 🤔

    • @dbrown6451
      @dbrown6451 17 днів тому

      @ i dont use Facebook and shouldn’t have to go there to get support. I bought from Amazon and emailed Leo through Amazon. I just wanted them to ship me a new guitar not get a refund.

    • @dbrown6451
      @dbrown6451 17 днів тому

      @ even worse. I replaced the pickups with a red bobbin seymour duncan in bridge and blue bobbin in neck. The guitar is just firewood.

    • @j-man9457
      @j-man9457  17 днів тому

      @dbrown6451 yeah I hear ya... They didn't answer my emails either... Somebody suggested I try Facebook so just passing that on. Yeah not impressed with customer service at all!

  • @calbrockocat8728
    @calbrockocat8728 21 день тому

    Hmm, my comment disappeared. Leo Jaymz sells direct to US, while Dixindike sells in Canada with 40% less pakaging. It's trash. Return it today. Leo Jaymz isn't backing it up.

    • @j-man9457
      @j-man9457  21 день тому

      @@calbrockocat8728 hmmmm that is strange. LJ must be giving permission to these other guys to sell his brand? These have to be B stocks..my wrong color, loose neck pockets, bad fret jobs etc...
      Something is up for sure!

  • @rogerrousell9789
    @rogerrousell9789 21 день тому

    sent you a e-mail about the bridge that i used.!!

    • @j-man9457
      @j-man9457  21 день тому

      @@rogerrousell9789 thanks!

  • @theguitarprofessionals8584
    @theguitarprofessionals8584 21 день тому +1

    NO!!!