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Post by dnic on Apr 23, 2021 6:59:31 GMT -6
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Post by Deleted on Apr 23, 2021 17:34:34 GMT -6
The builds move on...
I had to go to the hardware store today to pick up a hole saw to do the 3 way switch cavity template. So while there I was going by where they have all kind of things for making counter tops. But most of everything was 8 to 10' long. We walked a little bit more and I found this sheet that looked to be the same size as my router table. So I bought it and tool it home. It turned out to be the same size as my router table. So now I have a new top on my router table. I used some 3M spray adhesive to stick it down. Nice smooth and flat top.
here is the 2" hole saw for making the template for the 3 way switch route
This will be my template.
I used the template to draw a circle on some teak wood. I then used my band saw to cut it out.
Once all sanded it fits the template.
I used some two sided tape and put the template onto the body.
I then used my router with a small (short) bit to rout out for the cover.
The cover fits good.
I did hog out the wood for the switch before I used my router. I did the depth a little at time. As I got closer to the depth I stared to measure how deep I was going. I didn't want to go to deep and yet I had to make it deep enough for the 3 way switch to fit.
I also drilled out for the wiring paths. This is where long drill bits come in handy.
I hope I don't forget to put in the holes for the wiring next time. That was a little nerve racking. LOL! I was going to set the bridge today and start the heal work today, but I ran out of steam. It may be Monday before I can get back on this build. Yep more rain a coming.
I don't remember if I told this before or not so I'll say this just in case. When you have a small or thin part to sand. I found it really useful to attach it to another piece of wood that is thick. Then do the flat sanding. Sure makes life easier. Plus you won't be grinding down you fingers. HA!
Well, this build is getting closer to start putting the finish on it. All, I have left to do is the heal and the setting of the bridge. Then it will be on to s lots and lots of sanding.
EB
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Post by dnic on Apr 23, 2021 22:01:12 GMT -6
Looks good Eddie. The hole saw to make a round template is elegantly simple.
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Post by Deleted on Apr 24, 2021 9:55:50 GMT -6
Looks good Eddie. The hole saw f to make a round template is elegantly simple. I use to free hand them. But not anymore. It was nice to put the hole saw into the drill press and let it do it's thing.
EB
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Post by Deleted on Apr 25, 2021 16:26:55 GMT -6
here is some more stuff!!!
I got the bridge mounted and all the holes drilled for the bridge.
I decided to try one of the things out. It worked out pretty slick. Nice thing is I didn't have to worry about things lining up.
I also got the heal blended in. I used files and hand sanding to do this. I did use one of the drum sanders to help clean up a little bit.
OK tomorrow (late) I'll start the finale sanding on this guitar. I hope to have the finish going on it soon. I still need to drill for the tuners. But this should now go pretty fast. Well, I hope it does. HA!
EB
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Post by antares on Apr 25, 2021 17:10:12 GMT -6
Nice heel blend-in Eddie. It makes all the difference compared to a bolt-on.
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Post by Deleted on Apr 25, 2021 17:54:42 GMT -6
Nice heel blend-in Eddie. It makes all the difference compared to a bolt-on. e&oe ...Feels better on the hand as well. EB
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Post by dnic on Apr 25, 2021 21:18:01 GMT -6
You got a lot done Eddie. Looking good buddy.
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Post by Deleted on Apr 26, 2021 15:39:17 GMT -6
OK! I decided to stay with the Tung Oil Finish. I think it looks awesome just with the one coat on. I may go with a mat finish on this.
Got the tuners premounted. That was the first thing I did to this build. Drill and test fit.
Here is the back of the guitar with one coat of Tung oil finish.
The front with one coat of tung oil finish.
The character of this build is really starting come alive now. I think it looks amazing! One of the fun things is it's wood that I got at Low's hardware store. LOL!
Trying to decide if I want to keep a mat finish on it or make it look like glass. Hum... It will now be a few days of applying more of the Tung Oil Finish. As long as the weather holds out I should have that all done by this coming weekend. EB
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Post by dnic on Apr 26, 2021 18:40:19 GMT -6
The color is very nice. Lots of contrast.
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Post by Deleted on Apr 29, 2021 10:39:26 GMT -6
I have a few more coats to go on this before I can sand smooth and buff out. It sure is looking awesome! I can hardly wait to start to put this build together. It is rich in color.
The weather here today is humid, So I don't know if I'll get to keep adding more coats today or not. I'll have to wait and see.
EB
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Post by Deleted on Apr 29, 2021 14:16:39 GMT -6
OK, I started the epoxy...
This is what I am using.
So, here is the guitar before I pored anything. I used tape to try and help dam things up. But it did not work the epoxy still got though. What a mess. This is why I don't like to use this stuff. So messy. I don't have any pictures as of yet. I didn't want my phone anywhere near this stuff. So I did do a pore but it did not do what I wanted it to do. It too muted the white on it. It still looks cool. Just not as white as I would have liked it. A whole bunch of bubbles. No way to get them out. The bubbles are from the fabric not the epoxy. There where no bubbles in the epoxy. The fabric really soaked in the epoxy. Between that and the tape letting lose, I will have to do a second pore. I hope the second one goes better. I left the tape on, hoping it will dam up better and not lose so much of the epoxy.
I have to wait 4 to 6 hr before I can do another pore. So, only time will tell how it will look. On the back I am thinking of sealing the fabric with some poly. Then pore the epoxy on top of that. What to do any of you think?
EB
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Post by dnic on Apr 29, 2021 17:48:43 GMT -6
I think I would apply the resin the same way I do the Simteck polyester. Just a good thick coat with a weenie roller. Less mess and more control.
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Post by Deleted on Apr 30, 2021 8:48:31 GMT -6
Looks like I messed up put this under the wrong guitar. LOL! I got them mixed up. How did I do that? Hum... Must be the new drugs my doc put me on... EB
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Post by dnic on Apr 30, 2021 22:38:18 GMT -6
I figured it out Eddie. No harm no foul.
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