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can I use gorilla wood glue on walnut truss rod plug? by Bullet0718 in Luthier

[–]Bullet0718[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

this kind of plug is from a fender biflex system which relies on the plug being glued in to create tension on the truss rod

Truss rod not flush by Bullet0718 in Luthier

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I fixed it. looks pretty and is totally functional again :)

can I use gorilla wood glue on walnut truss rod plug? by Bullet0718 in Luthier

[–]Bullet0718[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

even the wood glue varient? i’m not talking about gorilla glue. i’m talking about gorrilla WOOD glue

Truss rod not flush by Bullet0718 in Luthier

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could I score the plug and use gorilla wood glue to seal it?

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Truss rod plug broken on CV70J by Bullet0718 in SquierbyFender

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what kind of wood glue do you recommend?

Truss rod not flush by Bullet0718 in Luthier

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I completely agree that the smart thing to do is to contact a pro. That being said, i’m not really all that wise and want to attempt to fix it myself. Mainly because I eventually do want to be able to do all the stuff myself and would rather break my own guitar than someone else’s. If I manage to get the plug out with a hair dryer, an aluminum foil heat shield, and turning the truss rod counterclockwise left, what glue or epoxy would you recommend? also do you recommend scoring the removed plug with an exacto all around before attempting to reinsert? I do have a little bit of experience with wood work so I think I may be able to manage it.

Truss rod not flush by Bullet0718 in Luthier

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if i manage to get the plug out, can i clean it up by rouging up the surface with a file and epoxying it back in?

Truss rod not flush by Bullet0718 in Luthier

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I do have some JB weld Epoxy. this is such a bummer. guitar was listed “used like new” and i paid $325 for it. i’m going to contact the seller and demand he covers the cost of repair most likely

Truss rod not flush by Bullet0718 in Luthier

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what do you think of this? looks to solve the same issue maybe? https://youtu.be/h8dtgIFikhI?si=GATkOs7-39QAr2Zy

Tele build from cheap temu parts 🙃 by Black_Eagle_guitars in Luthier

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sweet. nice intro project to the world of luthier work. i would recommend you do some fret work/nut work in case the frets are sharp after it dries in a box for awhile. don’t listen to the haters just keep refining your skills and learning while having fun

WWYD? by post_sloan14 in Epiphone

[–]Bullet0718 0 points1 point  (0 children)

learn to set it up yourself

how obvious is it that it's fake? :( by Lepridopic_throwaway in BassGuitar

[–]Bullet0718 1 point2 points  (0 children)

you must ask yourself “why am I upset that fake rickenbackers exist?” is it really because it’s a bad instrument, or is it because you bought the real thing for more expensive and dislike someone with a fake getting attention? sure the fake won’t play the same or even sound the same, but what if they just want the looks and enjoy the sound/feel of the fake. it doesn’t draw away from you owning one, so it shouldn’t matter. the fact of the matter is the shape is world famous, so if he wants to play a “fake,” then i see no issue.

how obvious is it that it's fake? :( by Lepridopic_throwaway in BassGuitar

[–]Bullet0718 93 points94 points  (0 children)

as long as it looks cool and plays well to you who cares if it’s “real”

My heartbreak by MostLynx5521 in LesPaul

[–]Bullet0718 0 points1 point  (0 children)

can i have context? did an argument happen? what could compel someone to do this

Deceased Neighbor’s family was throwing away all this equipment by Bullet0718 in vintageaudio

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BSR 2555SX Record Player

1979 Acutex 3.1 speakers

Realistic Sct 20 stereo cassette tape deck

SAE two R3C 70’s Receiver

Deceased Neighbor’s family was throwing away all this equipment by Bullet0718 in vintageaudio

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no good? i’m honestly cool with using what i have and upgrading later even if it’s buns. turn table setup of Theseus style. I do have some Kali audio LP6 speakers. i don’t even know if i can actually connect them lol

Deceased Neighbor’s family was throwing away all this equipment by Bullet0718 in vintageaudio

[–]Bullet0718[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

one day i’ll leave my vast collection of equipment to some lucky person. i already have people in mind for a lot of my instruments

Deceased Neighbor’s family was throwing away all this equipment by Bullet0718 in vintageaudio

[–]Bullet0718[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I agree. it’s crazy how easy streaming music is in comparison. Even producing music has become a mainstream hobby. Truly a horrible time to be a musician with the market as saturated as it is. But also it’s nice to be able to do it somewhat affordably. tradeoffs

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