Lap steel parts?

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Lap steel parts?

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When I built my lap steel I made a roller nut by widening a guitar one. I need a roller nut because of the multi bender bridge. However, the nut is pretty mediocre, so I am wondering if anyone has a source for a roller nut that is wider than a normal electric guitar one? Thanks.
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I think you'll probably have to make one yourself or have it made. Allparts has a "standard" roller nut, but nothing wider.

Check with some of the pedal steel makers to see if they have any suggestions.

Good luck!
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I got a coupld of roller nuts from Hipshot Trilogy.

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Gauged roller nuts

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http://bsgsteelguitars.com/rollers.htm
Two of my customers had custom roller nuts made and shipped to me for their lap steels. Excellent quality.
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Post by Marty Forrer »

Thank you Robert Allen, that's what I need.