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General Category => General Discussion => Topic started by: jake111 on July 27, 2015, 01:21:03 PM

Title: BeePre/Paramount?
Post by: jake111 on July 27, 2015, 01:21:03 PM

Hey Bottleheads,
Just received the BeePre/Paramount kits and I have a few questions. I'm not planning on building until the weather gets ugly, although it is kinda tempting. 
Should I do the parts inventory now or is it OK to wait till I get around to opening the boxes?
Which kit is the least difficult?
For noticing sonic improvement, which kit should I build first? If I build the Paramounts first, will my Quickie be compatible?
If I build the  BeePre first I can play it through a Stereomour or a SEX if that would be worthwhile.
Thanks for your thoughts, Jess

Title: Re: BeePre/Paramount?
Post by: Grainger49 on July 27, 2015, 01:34:52 PM

It isn't often that a kit is missing parts.  But why not find out now?  The Quickie and the Paramounts are a fine combination.  And building them first will allow you to truly enjoy the BeePre improvements.

Title: Re: BeePre/Paramount?
Post by: Chris65 on July 27, 2015, 02:59:05 PM

Maybe I've been unlucky, but out of 6 Bottlehead kits, I've had missing parts from all but one. Some pretty minor, others quite major parts.
I'd do a parts inventory now & order missing parts if any, so that when you come to build you're all set to go.

Title: Re: BeePre/Paramount?
Post by: 2wo on July 27, 2015, 04:52:48 PM

I would say that the Paramount would be the place to start...John

Title: Re: BeePre/Paramount?
Post by: STURMJ on July 27, 2015, 08:38:17 PM

If you plan on doing any painting (top plates, bell ends) I would suggest doing it now (or soon) it tends to turn out better when it is warmer rather than cooler. Plus the paint will be fully cured when you get down to business.

Title: Re: BeePre/Paramount?
Post by: jake111 on July 29, 2015, 12:11:03 AM

I think I'll start with the Paramounts.
Good advice all around, Thanks