Hey Ted; My daughter's Taylor 810 has just arrived back to me in the Chippewa and I have to express my gratitude for your expert work, thoughtfulness and eloquence. You did warn me that the crack would be visible after the repair and the results would easily pass anyone's close scrutiny. I do hope that this repair can also be a stepping stone to repair the fissure that has developed between my daughter and I. My kudos and thanks Ted.
As he's playing notes on the middle strings to check for buzz I said to myself "a little bit" right before he says "a little bit" and I've never been more proud of myself.....
Nice :D My guitar buzzes kinda like that when unplugged, but when plugged in and with a bit of gain its not noticeable anymore, so I expected him to not be concerned
I never thought I'd be someone who waited all week for a RUclips video, but here we are! I suppose it replaces waiting all week for serialised TV shows which doesn't really exist anymore now we all stream TV.
I watch these videos not so much to learn how to do it myself (I know my limitations) but for what is possible and practical for a pro to fix as my guitars get older and "worn in" starts to become "worn-out"... But it is so satisfying to watch.
Try cold wat motors for more Canadian classic car fixing and banter with possible beers drunk.....now I have 2 of the very best to watch with a late beer on Saturday
It's so funny to me. You say, I've done quite a few refretting videos recently, so no need to explain everything, but end up telling us the step by step anyways. I love your work ethic. Even though the guitar isn't in for a refret or something else you've noticed it needed after getting into it you just can't not address it. Your work ethic & pride in your work is top notch.
The timing of this is absolutely perfect. I have two acoustics (one steel string, one nylon string) from a customer who moved down here to the desert a couple of years ago from northern Oregon and keeps them on stands. Both are very dried out with the steel string being far worse and it has developed some cracks as well as both Becks developing back bows. It took me a bit to realize they are severely dehydrated. Been trying to slowly rehab them in their cases, but I may try the plastic bag trick you mentioned. I always appreciate your videos and your helpful knowledge, friend. Thanks so much.
When setting up a trem I use a block to hold the trem in the desired final resting position. Depending on the trem, the block could be on the underside or the top. Tighten the trem claw springs to the point where the bridge is firmly resting on the block. Tune the strings to pitch. Then, very gradually, loosen the trem claw springs evenly on both sides until the block is just loose enough to remove. Strings in tune, bridge in proper place, no hassles with iterating back and forth between tuning and trem claw. Works for Floyds and Strats. Side benefit - no fear to remove all strings when changing strings, so you can do a good neck clean (much better than changing one string at a time).
Yeah, I have a tapered block that I use, set it between the body & inertia block so that the bridge-plate is @ desired height, tune to pitch then tighten "claw-screws" until the block just starts to fall out.
Wow, flashback city! One of my first few electrics was a metallic red HSS Strat copy much like that. Sold it at a yard sale about 20 years ago. I'm more of a LP/Tele single-cut guy, but I could see a Telestrat in my future (Tele with Strat pickups and a go-out-of-tune lever 😀
I’ve started working on guitars some in last few years. I have learned so much from these videos. A good retirement hobby in a year or two. Thanks so much
Love that red and black combination. I’m really enjoy your videos. I love guitars and having the privilege to watch a master craftsmen at work as a master luthier is a lesson in perfection.
Love your explanation on everything you do! Keep doing these videos, they're awesome, thank you! Already shared with friends of mine, greetings from Brasil!
Boeshield T-9 is really good stuff. It tends to not pick up dirt and dust, and is an excellent corrosion preventer. I have used it for years on CNC machines.
The way you said not to adjust spring tension and tuning is exactly the way I do it, and I had never taken a long time to do, no longer than your method, I’ve been doing it for so long it’s like 2nd nature
My 63 SJ is flawless but developed a very fine crack at same spot behind the bridge. No bulge behind the bridge. Would you repair as soon as you see one even if so fine that no opening is apparent? Great series
Out of novice curiosity, regarding the oxidised crack on the Taylor. I get the forcing the crap into the crack when cleaning and the exposure to the air making it dark and not being able to hide it. Considering the thickness of the gap would a gentle sanding of the sides of the crack help? Like using a really thin bit of sandpaper to take the oxidation off before gluing and clamping?
If you mean sanding the internal "matching" edges, that would not be a good idea as it would only widen the crack and make your life harder. As the guitar sits, those edges are about as even as even as they'll get, and the finish has broken as sharp as life allows. Sanding would round the top edges (removing extra finish) and because the grains would sand differently - and it would take more work to create that piece to slide inside.
I think he should be more proud of his soundboard-crack work. Nothing is more destressing than when your love one cracks - and it happens so often however careful one is. These repairs seems lovely; one doesn't love one's granny less after her open-heart surgery, resonably more.
I have an all solid wood tanglewood tw170as guitar (spruce top and mahogany back and sides) that has both a crack in the top running from under the bridge to the edge of the top over the braces as well as a loose X brace. What’s the best order or repair - gluing the brace first or fixing the crack, or trying to glue both at the same time? I am thinking about using either titebond original or fish glue. Thank you for the advice!
Big big fan! What’s your position on leaving a vintage laminate top classical guitar on a stand, in a room where the humidity usually covers around 40 to 60% but can dip down a little below that sometimes?
Hi, Ted. If you ever get a true floating, non-floyd style bridge in there to set up, I would love a video about that. I've got a G&L Legacy (Strat) and I've been tearing my hair out for years trying to get it set up comfortably. The proof if this is the fact that I am completely bald. It also has the tilt-neck widget on the 3-screw neck joint which throws another factor into the mix. So, if ever...
The last guitar produced that Leo himself designed. I've got a '93 Legacy. It can do just about anything. I am not worthy of it. Never had any problems with the trem but perhaps you know more about these things. I rarely use it.
If you mean sanding the internal "matching" edges, that would not be a good idea as it would only widen the crack and make your life harder. As the guitar sits, those edges are about as even as even as they'll get, and the finish has broken as sharp as life allows. Sanding would round the top edges (removing extra finish) and because the grains would sand differently - and it would take more work to create that piece to slide inside.
I have 2 cracks in my DR-28 and I tried to squeeze them together but no go. I think the wood shrunk. What I am wondering is why they would show up after 43 years! So I am wondering if I can re glue them after some hydration?
It's not unusual to set up Strat tremolos to allow some amount of string bending before the baseplate lifts. Clearly this one was very tight. When I set up my own, I tune the D string up to E and the G to G# which is more than enough.
I'm glad to see that people are still doing proper repair work. Much better than just buying new guitars. Oh, it's "Vibrato", not "tremolo". Tremolo is an increase and decrease in volume, Vibrato is increase and decrease in pitch ;) Nice work.
I got a Taylor that had identical cracks to that. Left it out of the case over Christmas break, came back after a week of -30 degrees and let's just say you only make that mistake once.
@@patriottothecore6215 I'm not happy with the Taylor stories I've heard, or experienced. I was at a Lutherier's place about 15 years ago, he had just gotten a NEW $5k Taylor, and the hardware was falling off!! My Mexican Taylor won't stay in tune at all, but I think that's because I moved to Pennsylvania, where evidently, nothing stays in tune...
@@that_thing_I_do I'm suspicious that they've gone way down hill. Reminds me of Breyers Ice Cream being destroyed by Unilever buying it, then ruining it. Most expensive guitars are good, regardless of brand.
Love your videos find them very relaxing but I had to laugh when you said Yam- (pronounce like the tuber) aha.... I've always heard Yah- maha... Anyway I love to watch the methods and techniques and I've learned a lot that I can use on my own instruments.. thank you
Nothing like a luthier daddy video to ease a man to sleep after a long day of tracking drums. Oh and that red finish is gorgeous, almost makes me want to lick the guitar
I am not a fan of Taylor guitars and glad to see u run out of time and hence I would of been bored watching a Robert Taylor guitar being attended to . Lol so much going on here. I am always been impressed how well you carefully work on a customers guitar. So much knowledge you have and it counts for continued successes . Cheers Alberta Dave 🇨🇦😊🇨🇦
Yes. I noticed that.. I usually play using my thumb instead of a pick and so that haze of skin particles is something I always try to remove before putting guitars back in cases. On black pickguards it looks real messy.
Greetings ! I really enjoy watching a fine craftsman at work . So satisfying and you just learn all kinds of tricks and methods .... Thanks for taking the time to make these videos ..... I have a totally off topic question for Ya ...... A few months ago I did a warmoth tele build and it came out great . The only thing is I chose walnut for the body . Sounds great and everything but it's super heavy . I don't mind the heft but I was wondering if it might be bad for the neck to hang it on the wall ...... Thinking that all that weight might stress the neck in some way .... Any thoughts ? Thanks and keep up the great work .... :D
I have a quick question though. What is it when my strat plays fine until it gets past the 12 fret and there’s a bit of fret buzz? I have previously brought it in, they repaired it but it resulted in this.
They're very useful and worth the money, but you don't need a fret rocker, per se. Any small straight edge will do to check it. Larry's right, that's likely the problem. If you've got just one or two frets that are high, you can spot level them.
I’ve got a bunch of fender strats and one G&L Legacy USA made in 1996, which also has a two point fulcrum. On that guitar, you can’t bottom out the pivots to get a “on the body” bridge, you have no choice but to set it up to float, and even then, the two springs need to be relaxed to even get it to move, which causes the rear of the bridge to ride high. You simply have to adjust the geometry of the neck angle to saddle height to gain great action and correct intonation. It’s a better trem than the Fender, it just takes a few extra minutes to get set up! Great video Ted!
how do you manage with the large patch in the bridge, in the inside of the guitar? do you find a way to scrap it or just level the outside and the inside will be as it is?? thanks!
That's a Texas flood type stratocastor with the two single neck/ middle pickups and the dual humbucker bridge. My favorite strat configuration. :)p.s. rear cover plates are optional equipment in my book :)
I use a lot of different glues. The fish glue is from Lee Valley. I use Titebond Original. Hot hide glue I bought from a violin making supplier. I use Hot Stuff and Satellite City cyanoacrylate, and thin viscosity Krazy Glue.
Hi man your videos are so therapeutic , I’m currently nursing my way through covid and they are a joy to watch, please keep up your excellent work
Hey Ted;
My daughter's Taylor 810 has just arrived back to me in the Chippewa and I have to express my gratitude for your expert work, thoughtfulness and eloquence. You did warn me that the crack would be visible after the repair and the results would easily pass anyone's close scrutiny. I do hope that this repair can also be a stepping stone to repair the fissure that has developed between my daughter and I.
My kudos and thanks Ted.
You again!
As he's playing notes on the middle strings to check for buzz I said to myself "a little bit" right before he says "a little bit" and I've never been more proud of myself.....
Nice :D My guitar buzzes kinda like that when unplugged, but when plugged in and with a bit of gain its not noticeable anymore, so I expected him to not be concerned
Let me just say the n word
I never thought I'd be someone who waited all week for a RUclips video, but here we are! I suppose it replaces waiting all week for serialised TV shows which doesn't really exist anymore now we all stream TV.
That crack just looks like a dark grain mark, nice repair.
Man your videos are literally helping me through depression and hopelessness thanks 🙏
Best guitar channel on RUclips. Thanks for your time and effort!
Have you found any other channels
Thanks Ted, for explaining Fender trems. They are truly a measure of Leo's genius.
Anyone else push thumbs up before even watching?
Yep.
You sir are a great teacher and and a top notch craftsman....thanks!
May God bless you for the work you do, my friend.
I have only just started my journey with the strat, and this is the best set up video I have found, thanks Ted...
I watch these videos not so much to learn how to do it myself (I know my limitations) but for what is possible and practical for a pro to fix as my guitars get older and "worn in" starts to become "worn-out"... But it is so satisfying to watch.
Oh yes. Saturday is complete.
I was thinking the same thing 😆
Try cold wat motors for more Canadian classic car fixing and banter with possible beers drunk.....now I have 2 of the very best to watch with a late beer on Saturday
@@BenPortmanlewes Beer! I knew I was forgetting something! I'll be right back . . .
Agreed
how did you know it’s saturday
Great Job Sr. And learning a lot thanks for sharing may God bless you
I watch these for the opening one liners. The craftsmanship is cool too.
Nice repair on the top with the spline. Good tip about scoring around the frets before pulling them out so the tines don't tear up the fretboard.
Love your work brother…. One of the best! Keep up the great work….
Tons of love from the U.S.A.
It's so funny to me. You say, I've done quite a few refretting videos recently, so no need to explain everything, but end up telling us the step by step anyways.
I love your work ethic. Even though the guitar isn't in for a refret or something else you've noticed it needed after getting into it you just can't not address it. Your work ethic & pride in your work is top notch.
Hearing you on the Strat with the whammy bar and I said "Is that Jeff Beck???". ;-)
I couldn't see the cracks at all once done. Magic!
I absolutely love your illustrations of what you're doing, they're extremely informative & very comprehensive. thank you for all that you do.
It is such a privilege to watch and learn from your videos!
Gonna have to check those new Strat-O-Caster guitars out, very unique and futuristic design, crazy stuff 😱
The timing of this is absolutely perfect. I have two acoustics (one steel string, one nylon string) from a customer who moved down here to the desert a couple of years ago from northern Oregon and keeps them on stands. Both are very dried out with the steel string being far worse and it has developed some cracks as well as both Becks developing back bows. It took me a bit to realize they are severely dehydrated. Been trying to slowly rehab them in their cases, but I may try the plastic bag trick you mentioned.
I always appreciate your videos and your helpful knowledge, friend. Thanks so much.
Your videos are just so enjoyable, relaxing and satisfying to watch. Thank you for making them and bringing us into your workshop.
Filling that crack in with the insert is "pure craftsmanship" as usual.👍
I love your videos. You are a master luthier indeed! And an excellent teacher as well. Hats off my friend.
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I use a framing gun and latex caulk to fix my cracked tops. I have to admit yours look so much better ! Beautiful work !!!!!!
Great stuff to watch and absorb. Thanks.
When setting up a trem I use a block to hold the trem in the desired final resting position. Depending on the trem, the block could be on the underside or the top. Tighten the trem claw springs to the point where the bridge is firmly resting on the block. Tune the strings to pitch. Then, very gradually, loosen the trem claw springs evenly on both sides until the block is just loose enough to remove. Strings in tune, bridge in proper place, no hassles with iterating back and forth between tuning and trem claw. Works for Floyds and Strats. Side benefit - no fear to remove all strings when changing strings, so you can do a good neck clean (much better than changing one string at a time).
Yeah, I have a tapered block that I use, set it between the body & inertia block so that the bridge-plate is @ desired height, tune to pitch then tighten "claw-screws" until the block just starts to fall out.
I got a 3d printer recently
I just made a custom template that locks it shut while i work
Yes, I watched Uryi Shishkov demo video with this technique!) Thx
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Wow, flashback city! One of my first few electrics was a metallic red HSS Strat copy much like that. Sold it at a yard sale about 20 years ago. I'm more of a LP/Tele single-cut guy, but I could see a Telestrat in my future (Tele with Strat pickups and a go-out-of-tune lever 😀
I’ve started working on guitars some in last few years. I have learned so much from these videos. A good retirement hobby in a year or two. Thanks so much
Just remember, hobbies are expensive and this one is No different. (don't ask)
Love that red and black combination. I’m really enjoy your videos. I love guitars and having the privilege to watch a master craftsmen at work as a master luthier is a lesson in perfection.
At 5:43 you talk about the bridge height. This is something I've always overlooked. I've since looked at my strats and made adjustments. Thank You!
So awesome. Definitely learned something new today.
Love your explanation on everything you do! Keep doing these videos, they're awesome, thank you! Already shared with friends of mine, greetings from Brasil!
Boeshield T-9 is really good stuff. It tends to not pick up dirt and dust, and is an excellent corrosion preventer. I have used it for years on CNC machines.
Another informative, and enjoyable video Ted. First thing I look for, when I wake up on a Sunday Morning. Excellent work as always👌
That might be the best video you ever did. Definitely the best Strat setup video I've ever seen!
The way you said not to adjust spring tension and tuning is exactly the way I do it, and I had never taken a long time to do, no longer than your method, I’ve been doing it for so long it’s like 2nd nature
Excellent job 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽
Beautiful job on the yammy, sir!
That strat had that nice "Candy Cola" finish Fender was using several years ago...Nice!
You are such a perfectionist,that is why i watch your clips,Laurajane
My 63 SJ is flawless but developed a very fine crack at same spot behind the bridge. No bulge behind the bridge. Would you repair as soon as you see one even if so fine that no opening is apparent? Great series
Oh what a joy it is to own an acoustic.
Out of novice curiosity, regarding the oxidised crack on the Taylor. I get the forcing the crap into the crack when cleaning and the exposure to the air making it dark and not being able to hide it. Considering the thickness of the gap would a gentle sanding of the sides of the crack help? Like using a really thin bit of sandpaper to take the oxidation off before gluing and clamping?
If you mean sanding the internal "matching" edges, that would not be a good idea as it would only widen the crack and make your life harder. As the guitar sits, those edges are about as even as even as they'll get, and the finish has broken as sharp as life allows. Sanding would round the top edges (removing extra finish) and because the grains would sand differently - and it would take more work to create that piece to slide inside.
That paper technique for setting trem springs is great thank you
I’ve been a strat player for decades and somehow never thought about this. Also, amazing work on the soundboards. Really great episode!
How often should one have a setup for their instruments?
When it no longer plays right. It's not like going to the doctor. There is nothing preventative.
As always awesome content thank you very much
Superb info thanks again
Thank you for the upload. Your presence is calming.
Exceptional work, Awesome!
Awesome work sir... You are a true Craftsman
I think he should be more proud of his soundboard-crack work. Nothing is more destressing than when your love one cracks - and it happens so often however careful one is. These repairs seems lovely; one doesn't love one's granny less after her open-heart surgery, resonably more.
I have an all solid wood tanglewood tw170as guitar (spruce top and mahogany back and sides) that has both a crack in the top running from under the bridge to the edge of the top over the braces as well as a loose X brace. What’s the best order or repair - gluing the brace first or fixing the crack, or trying to glue both at the same time? I am thinking about using either titebond original or fish glue. Thank you for the advice!
Thats one dirty strat
Big big fan! What’s your position on leaving a vintage laminate top classical guitar on a stand, in a room where the humidity usually covers around 40 to 60% but can dip down a little below that sometimes?
You're great dude.
Great show it all makes sense now!
how did you make your shooting board?
Great job!
Hi, Ted. If you ever get a true floating, non-floyd style bridge in there to set up, I would love a video about that. I've got a G&L Legacy (Strat) and I've been tearing my hair out for years trying to get it set up comfortably. The proof if this is the fact that I am completely bald. It also has the tilt-neck widget on the 3-screw neck joint which throws another factor into the mix. So, if ever...
The last guitar produced that Leo himself designed. I've got a '93
Legacy. It can do just about anything. I am not worthy of it. Never had any problems with the trem but perhaps you know more about these things. I rarely use it.
Love your work !!
Great work!
If you can get a feeler gauge into the crack, can't you sand the crack and remove the darkening/oxidation so that a splint would be less obvious?
If you mean sanding the internal "matching" edges, that would not be a good idea as it would only widen the crack and make your life harder. As the guitar sits, those edges are about as even as even as they'll get, and the finish has broken as sharp as life allows. Sanding would round the top edges (removing extra finish) and because the grains would sand differently - and it would take more work to create that piece to slide inside.
Doin’ crack and playin’ strat😂
The intro music is SO perfect👍👍👍👏👏👏👏🤣
I have 2 cracks in my DR-28 and I tried to squeeze them together but no go. I think the wood shrunk. What I am wondering is why they would show up after 43 years! So I am wondering if I can re glue them after some hydration?
If it's summer and you're storing them in normal household conditions I'm not sure hydration is going to help. They may need to be filled.
Always found the open style Mexican strat bridges seemed to resonate really well
i love this channel
It's not unusual to set up Strat tremolos to allow some amount of string bending before the baseplate lifts. Clearly this one was very tight. When I set up my own, I tune the D string up to E and the G to G# which is more than enough.
I'm glad to see that people are still doing proper repair work. Much better than just buying new guitars. Oh, it's "Vibrato", not "tremolo". Tremolo is an increase and decrease in volume, Vibrato is increase and decrease in pitch ;) Nice work.
Tell that to fender.
A lot of gunk between the Strat's pickups!
As always, Ted. Very nice work!
I got a Taylor that had identical cracks to that. Left it out of the case over Christmas break, came back after a week of -30 degrees and let's just say you only make that mistake once.
I had a less than 1 year old 414 which cracked close to the bridge. It had only been out of the case for playing
@@patriottothecore6215 I'm not happy with the Taylor stories I've heard, or experienced. I was at a Lutherier's place about 15 years ago, he had just gotten a NEW $5k Taylor, and the hardware was falling off!! My Mexican Taylor won't stay in tune at all, but I think that's because I moved to Pennsylvania, where evidently, nothing stays in tune...
Interesting because Taylors are so high end and recent yet Mr Ted seems to do enough repairs to them
@@that_thing_I_do I'm suspicious that they've gone way down hill. Reminds me of Breyers Ice Cream being destroyed by Unilever buying it, then ruining it.
Most expensive guitars are good, regardless of brand.
@@3373-g8z But did you move to Erie PA...home of the Wonders?...their guitars always stayed in tune.
On the strat would you want to change the strings one at a time to keep the action?
Love your videos find them very relaxing but I had to laugh when you said Yam- (pronounce like the tuber) aha.... I've always heard Yah- maha... Anyway I love to watch the methods and techniques and I've learned a lot that I can use on my own instruments.. thank you
My Brian May Wilkinson wave has all the same issues. Now I know how to sort it out. Thanks, Gang Leader.
Nothing like a luthier daddy video to ease a man to sleep after a long day of tracking drums. Oh and that red finish is gorgeous, almost makes me want to lick the guitar
forbidden hard candy
@@kurdemati7655 Hey, I remember her! 🤣🤣🙄🙄
Perfect timing!
I am not a fan of Taylor guitars and glad to see u run out of time and hence I would of been bored watching a Robert Taylor guitar being attended to . Lol so much going on here. I am always been impressed how well you carefully work on a customers guitar. So much knowledge you have and it counts for continued successes . Cheers Alberta Dave 🇨🇦😊🇨🇦
Sweet sounding Strat
Holy moly, my mother would have made me clean my guitar before I hand it over to anybody
Same with selling cars ....always wash and vacuum my soon to be departed cars before exchanging !
Yes. I noticed that.. I usually play using my thumb instead of a pick and so that haze of skin particles is something I always try to remove before putting guitars back in cases. On black pickguards it looks real messy.
oh man, that strat sounds really nice
Surprised at how traditional that #4 position sounds on the Strat with a bridge humbucker.
That is a beautiful top on that Taylor.
That's a Yamaha.
Greetings ! I really enjoy watching a fine craftsman at work . So satisfying and you just learn all kinds of tricks and methods .... Thanks for taking the time to make these videos .....
I have a totally off topic question for Ya ...... A few months ago I did a warmoth tele build and it came out great . The only thing is I chose walnut for the body . Sounds great and everything but it's super heavy . I don't mind the heft but I was wondering if it might be bad for the neck to hang it on the wall ...... Thinking that all that weight might stress the neck in some way .... Any thoughts ? Thanks and keep up the great work .... :D
I have a quick question though. What is it when my strat plays fine until it gets past the 12 fret and there’s a bit of fret buzz? I have previously brought it in, they repaired it but it resulted in this.
Could be a high fret ...have you checked it with a fret rocker??
They're very useful and worth the money, but you don't need a fret rocker, per se. Any small straight edge will do to check it. Larry's right, that's likely the problem. If you've got just one or two frets that are high, you can spot level them.
What happens if you score the edges of the frets more than once? It would seem to further insure against tear-out.
What do you think of those things you stick in the sound hole to keep the body humidified inside?
They're very important in places where it gets dry in the winter. I like the Oasis brand.
I’ve got a bunch of fender strats and one G&L Legacy USA made in 1996, which also has a two point fulcrum. On that guitar, you can’t bottom out the pivots to get a “on the body” bridge, you have no choice but to set it up to float, and even then, the two springs need to be relaxed to even get it to move, which causes the rear of the bridge to ride high. You simply have to adjust the geometry of the neck angle to saddle height to gain great action and correct intonation. It’s a better trem than the Fender, it just takes a few extra minutes to get set up! Great video Ted!
Is that aftermarket pick guard thicker than original fender? That would raise the bridge and increase spring tension. Thanks
The bridge is not part of the pickguard. Wouldn't matter.
how do you manage with the large patch in the bridge, in the inside of the guitar? do you find a way to scrap it or just level the outside and the inside will be as it is?? thanks!
Just level the outside. The patch usually holds it pretty flat behind the bridge.
That's a Texas flood type stratocastor with the two single neck/ middle pickups and the dual humbucker bridge. My favorite strat configuration. :)p.s. rear cover plates are optional equipment in my book :)
what glue do you use for the repair work
I use a lot of different glues. The fish glue is from Lee Valley. I use Titebond Original. Hot hide glue I bought from a violin making supplier. I use Hot Stuff and Satellite City cyanoacrylate, and thin viscosity Krazy Glue.
@@twoodfrd wow that is allot of glues i shall have to check them out cheers
Nice job.
That big crack on the Yamaha was pretty much invisible...don't see how it could have been repaired any better Ted:)
I was expecting some Dimebag divebombs lol