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Latest build and need some advice!

Hi Everyone, Here is my latest build: Attachment : SSOOCBody.jpg Attachment : SSOOCBody-Smaller2.jpg Attachment : KIII.jpg Could not have done it without this awesome site. (and I...

In forum Showcase

2 years ago
RE: Robin's build #004

@robin I’m amazed with this acoustic build of yours, I’m slowly being convinced to have a go myself. And……. I recognise that bandsaw. Still going strong is it?

In forum Acoustic

2 years ago
RE: Robin's build #004

@robin Hi Robin, I cut my kerfed lining to 0.5mm thick. You have to be very careful with it but it is very bendy. 🎶🙂🎸🙏

In forum Acoustic

2 years ago
RE: New member - third build - still a novice

@nsj Spring claw is chrome which is hard to solder. Probably need to file away a small part to solder onto. If you get to the copper layer that should be enough as it solders well. Chrome might be po...

In forum New Members

2 years ago
RE: New member - third build - still a novice

@rocknroller912 The solder flows lovely on the pots I've used so far and you'd have to file it off to remove it! 🤣 The only thing I can struggle with is the spring claw using a trem, they n...

In forum New Members

2 years ago
RE: New member - third build - still a novice

@nsj No, metal forms an oxide which prevents a good solder joint. Aluminium and its alloys is one of the worst and very difficult to solder or weld. Most pots are an aluminium alloy.

In forum New Members

2 years ago
RE: New member - third build - still a novice

@rocknroller912 I've seen people mentioning scuffing/sanding pots to solder but I've never found the need, do some come with a weird coating or something?

In forum New Members

2 years ago
RE: New member - third build - still a novice

@cafebrouge Solder flows towards hot surfaces and you need to sand any pots to take off metal oxide just before you solder. Same with wires, take off the insulation just before and don’t put any hand...

In forum New Members

2 years ago
RE: A future build

So we finally decided to copy the switch location like his musicman JP6 guitar which works out nicely. I thought it'd be in the way but it isn't. I drilled from the front with a 3mm bit, then used a 3...

In forum Electric

2 years ago
RE: New member - third build - still a novice

@markbailey lol it is shit isn't it! Lead free for a problematic life! @cafebrouge if you're on FB there's some not bad groups, UK Amateur Guitar Builder and Luthiers Club are a couple. For the...

In forum New Members

2 years ago
RE: New member - third build - still a novice

@cafebrouge What problems are you having with soldering? - maybe we can help make it FUN! top tip: Keep your tip clean and shiny and tip top. top tip 2: Use quality '60/40 solder' not the usual modern...

In forum New Members

2 years ago
RE: Bench build

@nsj Yeah that would be helpful, thanks. 👍

In forum Guitar Building Tricks and Tips

2 years ago
RE: New member - third build - still a novice

@cafebrouge cheers! It's a partscaster I put together before I got into building from scratch. I bought the finished body and scratch plate from the same chap. Have fun with your build!

In forum New Members

2 years ago
RE: New member - third build - still a novice

@liebe really impressive, Dan! Thanks for reaching out. Love that pickguard - was that your design? I like the Tono Caballo ones so might stick with for the Caballo Tono Ligero HH thinline I'm going ...

In forum New Members

2 years ago
RE: Bench build

@boo Use a forstner bit to bury the heads in the bench. But yeh, that things a bit of a beast lol

In forum Guitar Building Tricks and Tips

2 years ago
RE: Bench build

@boo I'll pm you pics of mine in IG, I like using regular 1k matt spray, car stuff. Pics are in here too somewhere but not sure where lol

In forum Guitar Building Tricks and Tips

2 years ago
RE: Bench build

My vice turned up today, it's quite big. 😂 It fits in place perfectly but it will be a bit of a challenge to install it. I'll probably have to drill some holes through the worktop for some big...

In forum Guitar Building Tricks and Tips

2 years ago
RE: Bench build

🤣🤣🤣 🎸🙂🎶🙏

In forum Guitar Building Tricks and Tips

2 years ago
RE: Bench build

@russ Thanks mate. Someone on Facebook just said, “Send us another picture in 12 months” 😂😂😂😂

In forum Guitar Building Tricks and Tips

2 years ago
RE: Bench build

@nsj Yes indeedy. I just fancied doing a natural wood guitar with a lovely grain, instead of painting. I may finish it with clear coat though for maximum pop. I liked the look of this black limba, ord...

In forum Guitar Building Tricks and Tips

2 years ago
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