I continue to be amazed at the choice of brass over aluminum for a PlateMate. Brass is denser than steel, and the bridge is the most sensitive location on the guitar for added weight.
Drill the bridge pin holes after installation.
You can glue the hardwood strip in with Titebond Original, which is just as reversible as hot hide glue. 5/8" wide by 1/16" thick is a good size.
To center the patch, I use two 1/2" long brads at the upper and lower edges of the outer pin holes.
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