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RE: Drum Sander

? I have re-sawn wood for ukes but not full sized acoustics, as my bandsaw is a bit too wimpy for that sort of thing. 8mm is probably too thin to bookmatch - you will likely end up with veneers - or w...

In forum Tools

6 years ago
RE: Hogging out material

Yup - as Darren says - if they are sharp they are indeed a good way of removing material...maybe they are trying to save money on router cutters? But personally - for me this would be an extra step......

In forum Guitar Building Tricks and Tips

6 years ago
RE: Drum Sander

Hey @syntholabo - Do you join the tops and backs before doing any sanding? Thicker pieces (elec guitar bodies, caps etc) can be sanded before joining just to make it easier to work with but I would ...

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6 years ago
RE: Curved Chisel

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6 years ago
RE: Drum Sander

Woop!

In forum Tools

6 years ago
Answer to: Neck angle question

Hey Herb - If I buy laminates for thru necks they normally come 60-65mm - that is plenty. We are making a thru neck bass right now so I took some video to try and explain the neck angle method - You c...

In forum Build Your Own Electric Guitar

6 years ago
RE: Drum Sander

? ? ? ? ? Hey man - thats funny! Seriously - let me know how it goes??

In forum Tools

6 years ago
RE: Curved Chisel

Ace! Nice work Syntho!! I will take some pics and measurements today...

In forum Tools

6 years ago
Answer to: Cutaway Acoustic Guitar Template

Hey Xander! The cut away design is not yet available as a downloadable PDF - leave it with me and I will see what I can do... Meanwhile I am happy to send you a paper version if you like? Also - apolo...

In forum Build Your Own Acoustic Guitar

6 years ago
RE: Nut width disaster

Excellent! Well done - looks great 🙂

In forum Guitar ER - When Guitar Builds Go Bad

6 years ago
RE: Faux scratchplate

I'm sure it will look great... ? (from a distance...) I would certainly cheer you on Herb but...Why not just use a real scratchplate? If you are being lazy then don't expect me to encourage you... ? ...

In forum Finishing

6 years ago
RE: Drum Sander

Oh FFS... Powered by a 220 volt 1-1/2 hp motor, the SD-174 can be run almost anywhere I guess the clue was in the word 'almost'... Sorry dude, but I was under the impression it just plugged in to a ...

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6 years ago
RE: Finishing without darkening the wood

I was really impressed with the Polyx Raw blend, on the floor, since it has a white additive that artificially keeps the surface white. The maple still looks like I just sanded it, but with a faint wa...

In forum Finishing

6 years ago
RE: Finishing without darkening the wood

I would guess that it would be pretty thick consistancy if it is used for floors. That is not a good attribute for guitar finishes. Guitar finishes can affect the sound - especially an acoustic - it w...

In forum Finishing

6 years ago
RE: Drum Sander

Strange the ports are not 100mm? I had another look and it looks like the 2 1/2" is a reducer so it could be fitted with a 100mm (I feel this would be better for cooling and dust collection - but mayb...

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6 years ago
RE: Neck angle question

YES! - I did mention this in a previous comment 😉

In forum Build Your Own Electric Guitar

6 years ago
RE: Curved Chisel

Yes - it doesn't quite have the weight behind it as the old style...I thought about making my own for a while... Andy from Tonetech was looking into having them made for us... We'll see what happens.....

In forum Tools

6 years ago
RE: Drum Sander

Don't forget about the extraction - it is vital on these kind of machines If you do don't forget to tell 'em I recommended them 🙂

In forum Tools

6 years ago
RE: Drum Sander

I have the 16" and it is just about OK - you need to make sure it is set up correctly. If I was a bit richer I might go for one of these babies:

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6 years ago
Answer to: Neck angle question

Oh dear...! 42mm is too thin for a thru neck with a trem (unless you find one with a very small block) Remember the 'neck angle' is actually cut into the body so it will inevitably come out thinner th...

In forum Build Your Own Electric Guitar

6 years ago
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