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RE: Second build Attachment : PXL_20231013_145835407.MP.jpg Attachment : PXL_20231005_111537739.MP.jpg Attachment : PXL_20231014_115749309.MP.jpg Attachment : PXL_20230919_154733531.MP.jpg ... |
In forum Electric |
2 years ago |
Second build Hi folks, After the relative success of my first electric build (and it's subsequent sale, woohoo!) I wanted to push myself (my luck) on my second build with a few experiments.. First I wanted to try ... |
In forum Electric |
2 years ago |
RE: Bolt-on necks and trussrods Mine are all one way. I've not watched that video yet. The truss rod recommended for the Bandsman build is a slimline 2 way and that fits into a neck with glued fretboard without issue, if that helps. |
In forum Design Your Own Guitar |
2 years ago |
Answer to: Bolt-on necks and trussrods Hey @swepri, I've not made any bit on necks yet, but I've set up quite a few guitars with bolt on necks. The vintage approach is to have the adjustment in the heel. Fender later changed it to the head... |
In forum Design Your Own Guitar |
2 years ago |
RE: Then a BAD thing happened👎🤨 @brie good work! |
In forum Build Your Own Electric Guitar |
2 years ago |
RE: Scarf headstock jig @clinton thanks again. I made the box section longer at 10" (as my blank is thicker) and that's really worked. Attachment : PXL_20230909_135052225.MP.jpg Attachment : PXL_20230909_14193656... |
In forum Build Your Own Electric Guitar |
2 years ago |
RE: Then a BAD thing happened👎🤨 @brie that sounds like a plan! When I did my bad thing, I didn't want to change the shape of the body, but reshaping is always an option. @nsj is correct and has much more experience than me, I just w... |
In forum Build Your Own Electric Guitar |
2 years ago |
Answer to: Then a BAD thing happened👎🤨 @brie, I feel you you, man! I had a router booboo at a similar point. Although your area is larger, I'm not certain if the tear out is any deeper than mine? Attachment : PXL_20230718_094942740.MP.... |
In forum Build Your Own Electric Guitar |
2 years ago |
RE: Scarf headstock jig @clinton superb, much neater then mine! Thanks for your help. |
In forum Build Your Own Electric Guitar |
2 years ago |
Answer to: Scarf headstock jig Hi @clinton, thanks for the reply. Have you made this jig too? I did think the thickness of the piece would have an effect, but didn't think it would be that much - shows what an idiot I am! I've had ... |
In forum Build Your Own Electric Guitar |
2 years ago |
Scarf headstock jig Hi All, I've completed my first electric build and really happy with it. My next project is to build a scarf headstock neck, and after following @markbailey YouTube live vid I've tried to copy the jig... |
In forum Build Your Own Electric Guitar |
2 years ago |
RE: A new guitar is born @tv101 thanks! I'll look into changing my username too |
In forum Electric |
2 years ago |
RE: A new guitar is born @sanjeevmansotra thank you for your kind comments! |
In forum Electric |
2 years ago |
RE: A new guitar is born @brie thanks Brian. I've found the whole process so much fun albeit with a step learning curve! It's not perfect, but what I learnt from making the mistakes and how to rectify them is invaluable. Do i... |
In forum Electric |
2 years ago |
RE: A new guitar is born @swepri thanks! It's been an excellent learning opportunity too. Onwards to the next build! |
In forum Electric |
2 years ago |
RE: What I have been up to? Nice work on the headstock repair! I've restrung and tuned a sitar before, that is a never ending job! |
In forum Guitar Building Tricks and Tips |
2 years ago |
RE: 📐Russ' Parlour N°2📏 Lovely work! |
In forum Acoustic |
2 years ago |
RE: A new guitar is born @boo cheers! Skint can do with ease😅 |
In forum Electric |
2 years ago |
RE: A new guitar is born @boo thanks man! I learnt a lot doing this one and want to get on with the next soon so I don't forget. I'm thinking of getting two on the go at the same time.If i can sell one that week help pay for ... |
In forum Electric |
2 years ago |
RE: A new guitar is born @koendb thank you! I drew up some other designs, but in all honesty they were ridiculous. This was the simplest and easiest to do! |
In forum Electric |
2 years ago |