Warmoth Neck & Peavey Body?

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Will Warmoth necks fit the old USA-made Peavey Strat style bodies?

 

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Will a Warmoth Neck Fit a USA-Made Peavey Predator? Here's What You Need to Know​

For owners of the classic USA-made Peavey Predator guitars, upgrading with a Warmoth neck can be an appealing prospect. However, before you invest in a new neck, it's crucial to understand the nuances of compatibility. While the neck heel widths are nearly identical, a key difference in construction can lead to significant issues.

Neck Heel Width: A Close Match​

The neck heel width of a USA-made Peavey Predator is approximately 55mm. This measurement is very close to the industry standard for Fender Stratocaster-style guitars, which is what Warmoth bases its replacement necks on. Warmoth's Strat-style necks adhere to the vintage Fender specification of 2-3/16 inches, which translates to roughly 55.56mm (often rounded to 56mm by Warmoth).

Based on width alone, it would appear that a Warmoth neck should fit snugly into the neck pocket of a Peavey Predator. However, the dimensions of the heel are not the only factor to consider.

The Critical Difference: 22-Fret Neck Construction​

The primary obstacle to a seamless swap lies in how Peavey and Fender (and by extension, Warmoth) accommodate the 22nd fret.

• Warmoth (and Fender-style) Necks: To add a 22nd fret to the traditional 21-fret Stratocaster design, a small overhang of the fretboard extends beyond the end of the neck heel. The neck pocket of the guitar body is routed to accommodate a 21-fret neck, and the overhanging 22nd fret sits above the pickguard.
  
  
  
  
• USA Peavey Predator Necks: Peavey, not being bound by Fender's original design, often utilized an extended heel design for their 22-fret necks. This means the maple of the neck itself extends further into the body to support the 22nd fret, and there is no fretboard overhang.

This seemingly minor difference in design has significant implications for intonation. If you install a Warmoth neck with a fretboard overhang onto a Peavey Predator body that is routed for a neck with an extended heel, the scale length will be incorrect. The bridge will be in the wrong position relative to the frets, making it impossible to properly intonate the guitar. In essence, the guitar will not play in tune.

The Verdict: Not a Simple Drop-In Replacement​

While the neck heel widths of USA-made Peavey Predators and Warmoth Strat-style necks are very similar, a Warmoth neck is generally not a direct, drop-in replacement for a Peavey Predator body. The difference in neck heel construction related to the 22nd fret will likely lead to intonation problems that cannot be easily rectified without modifying the guitar body.

For those set on a neck replacement for their USA-made Peavey Predator, the most straightforward and recommended option is to seek out another original Peavey neck from the same era. This will ensure proper fit and intonation without the need for significant modifications.

 

[Hagwood]

My free trial of current top-of-the-line AI research agent says this:
[may not be true info, as all AI are prone to hallucination]

Will a Warmoth Neck Fit a USA-Made Peavey Predator? Here's What You Need to Know​

For owners of the classic USA-made Peavey Predator guitars, upgrading with a Warmoth neck can be an appealing prospect. However, before you invest in a new neck, it's crucial to understand the nuances of compatibility. While the neck heel widths are nearly identical, a key difference in construction can lead to significant issues.

Neck Heel Width: A Close Match​

The neck heel width of a USA-made Peavey Predator is approximately 55mm. This measurement is very close to the industry standard for Fender Stratocaster-style guitars, which is what Warmoth bases its replacement necks on. Warmoth's Strat-style necks adhere to the vintage Fender specification of 2-3/16 inches, which translates to roughly 55.56mm (often rounded to 56mm by Warmoth).

Based on width alone, it would appear that a Warmoth neck should fit snugly into the neck pocket of a Peavey Predator. However, the dimensions of the heel are not the only factor to consider.

The Critical Difference: 22-Fret Neck Construction​

The primary obstacle to a seamless swap lies in how Peavey and Fender (and by extension, Warmoth) accommodate the 22nd fret.

• Warmoth (and Fender-style) Necks: To add a 22nd fret to the traditional 21-fret Stratocaster design, a small overhang of the fretboard extends beyond the end of the neck heel. The neck pocket of the guitar body is routed to accommodate a 21-fret neck, and the overhanging 22nd fret sits above the pickguard.
  
  
  
  
• USA Peavey Predator Necks: Peavey, not being bound by Fender's original design, often utilized an extended heel design for their 22-fret necks. This means the maple of the neck itself extends further into the body to support the 22nd fret, and there is no fretboard overhang.

This seemingly minor difference in design has significant implications for intonation. If you install a Warmoth neck with a fretboard overhang onto a Peavey Predator body that is routed for a neck with an extended heel, the scale length will be incorrect. The bridge will be in the wrong position relative to the frets, making it impossible to properly intonate the guitar. In essence, the guitar will not play in tune.

The Verdict: Not a Simple Drop-In Replacement​

While the neck heel widths of USA-made Peavey Predators and Warmoth Strat-style necks are very similar, a Warmoth neck is generally not a direct, drop-in replacement for a Peavey Predator body. The difference in neck heel construction related to the 22nd fret will likely lead to intonation problems that cannot be easily rectified without modifying the guitar body.

For those set on a neck replacement for their USA-made Peavey Predator, the most straightforward and recommended option is to seek out another original Peavey neck from the same era. This will ensure proper fit and intonation without the need for significant modifications.

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