Strat fret buzz/ DIY hardtail?

[Mark66]

Strings on my strat are buzzing, even with fairly high action(2-2.5mm at 17th fret) and slight neck relief. I don't
want to go any higher, but can't figure out how else to get rid of fret buzz, or should I just put up with it?(use .010s)
Maybe a pro set-up is in order, anyone know a good tech in Yorkshire?
Also, to turn my strat into a hardtail, I screwed the bridge down to the body and put in 2 more trem springs. This worked ok, but when I replaced the backplate, it's cut-out slot was out of line with the string holes in the steel block, meaning I have to remove the backplate to change strings. Does this mean I have to do a Clapton job on it with a block of wood to keep things in line? Much of a job?

[FELINEGUITARS]

I would have a pro setup with a fret dress

As for the backplate - why not try this one
http://www.allparts.uk.com/tremolo-spring-cover-access-panel-p-4174.html?p=product#

Or have a standard one made with a doctored slot to allow easier access to the holes in the trem

[Mark66]

Thanks Feline, pro set-up it is. It's not had one in the 3 years I've had it from new, just my own(rather limited) adjustments. Anyone know of a decent tech in Yorks?
Not so sure about that backplate. Where could I get a standard one made? (Could probably cut the slot myself if
I could find a solid one)

[FELINEGUITARS]

Thanks Feline, pro set-up it is. It's not had one in the 3 years I've had it from new, just my own(rather limited) adjustments. Anyone know of a decent tech in Yorks?
Not so sure about that backplate. Where could I get a standard one made? (Could probably cut the slot myself if
I could find a solid one)

We'll do one for you if you like
Just make it with a wider slot to allow ease of stringing
Can you take a piccy of the existing one so I can see how much I need to doctor the new one

[Mark66]

I think I'll try widening the slot on my existing backplate. If I muck it up I'll be in touch Feline.

[FELINEGUITARS]

Cool stuff - hope it comes out fine

[Mark66]

I doctored the backplate slot, tidy job, works a treat :D. Going in for set-up next week.

[FELINEGUITARS]

I doctored the backplate slot, tidy job, works a treat :D. Going in for set-up next week.

Well done !

Hope the setup works a treat!