Toggle switch for ‘66 Guild T 100 D slim jim

[Mojito Joe]

Hey fellow Guild ers, my Guild T100d arrived this week, it is indeed a beautiful thing. Only problem is it looks like I need a new toggle switch- it won’t stay in the bridge pos, and flicks back to middle. There’s a guild switch for sale on eBay from Westerly which I guess is post 67 so not sure if it’s the right one. Any recommendations on a quick fix . Or replacement toggle switch ? Cheers

 

[Mojito Joe]

Will this switch match ?

 

[Guildedagain]

I'd say no. There is no off position. The middle should combine the side posts.

 

[jp]

First, of all, you might be able to repair the old one. Sometimes if the switch won't stay in a position, it might just need some "gentle persuasion" by slight bending of contacts. If this doesn't work, it will need to be replaced.

Ideally, if you can find an original Switchcraft right angle switch, it will look like this one below. Note that the knob is a metal slightly flat concave top knob. Also, the original knurled edge thumb nut that holds it to the surface is larger than the newer variants. Unfortunately, these parts are uncommon and tend to be sold on eBay and reverb as part of entire wiring harnesses, which tend to be pricey.

It needs to be a right angle switch to accommodate for the shallow depth of the body, but you might also be able to fit a short frame, thin body switch in your T-100D. Be sure to check measurements first.

You can find new non-original replacements from Switchcraft.

If you want to hunt down an original part, try Hans Moust or Ken Nash.

 

[Mojito Joe]

Hi JP thank you for helping out with so much valuable info. btw I notice you also have a CE100D. Although mine is ’71 Blonde. Both great guitars

 

[Default]

The switch is held together with a tiny cotter pin. Sometimes, they get bent in the middle and they won't hold position. Get a #2 finish nail and file the tip flat. Use the nail and tap the cotter pin out. Leave the nail in place to keep the switch together. If the cotter pin is bent, you can usually straighten it out with a pair of needle nose pliers.

 

[Mojito Joe]

Wow, great tip thanks. So for a quick fix I added a drop of super glue into the switch. It provided a bit of bulk- so now it’s staying in place. But I figure the goo that’s adding extra “mass” will wear out eventually and I’ll be back on the case... hopefully not in the middle of a gig

 

[SFIV1967]

If you do gigs with her simply replace the old switch with a new Switchcraft one and keep the old one in the case if you ever want to sell her.

Switchcraft Right-angle Toggle Switch - StewMac

For SG and thin 2-pickup guitars.

www.stewmac.com

Ralf