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Happy Tom replied to Jim Eller's discussion Single String Canjo Plans

"I know this is an old post, but some observations for me, Happy Tom. :-) I've been making a few Canjo's for the past 2 months out of regular food cans (corn, beans ECT) and one thing that I have done, is instead of the opening of the can…"

Nov 26, 2011

Rand Moore replied to Jim Eller's discussion Single String Canjo Plans

"Hi Jim Eller. Canjos are easy to make and a good learning experience for building and playing home made stringed instruments. I got my start building home made instruments by building them. In fact, I was the one who originally suggested the need…"

Apr 8, 2011

Wes "I'm Baaaaack" Yates replied to Jim Eller's discussion Single String Canjo Plans

"Jim, Those plans are kinda old per se. I've made better ones since. I attach them to the bottom with a small bolt now. the neck is 3/4" high and I use a 3/4" bolt and nut but I have to inset the nut. The string threads thru a…"

Apr 7, 2011

Don Thompson replied to Jim Eller's discussion Single String Canjo Plans

"I've thought a bit more about mounting a soup can that would be even easier. At the rear of the can which has a lip screw a pan head screw that catches the lip into the board.. Repeat at the other end. Done."

Apr 7, 2011

Don Thompson replied to Jim Eller's discussion Single String Canjo Plans

"Layout two locations for screws on the board matching the length of the can, say an inch in from each end of the can a bit bigger than say #8 screws. Drill holes in board. Repeat for the can, measure the distance between your two holes and drill the…"

Apr 7, 2011

PAUL Hine replied to Jim Eller's discussion Single String Canjo Plans

"I wanted to let Jim know that I found a plan for the canjo at www.donsplans.com. I just ordered it, and hope it explains what I also want to know."

Apr 7, 2011

Jim Eller replied to Jim Eller's discussion Single String Canjo Plans

"Naz, I did see that one. Some details i need are: How is the can attached to the neck? Is there a bridge or is the string just resting on the hole in the bottom of the can? If so, I would think it would wear through the can in a short…"

Aug 5, 2010

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Single String Canjo Plans

My wife got this brilliant idea that I should make some single string canjos for the grandkids for Christmas. I guess she saw the thing on TV. I do woodworking but have no idea the demensions of this thing or how it is put together. Can anyone help me find a plan for a simple single string canjo? I'm looking for the ones that are made from beer/pop cans and small cookie tins. you can email me at blackemmons<at>yahoo.com if you wish. Thanks,JimSee More

Aug 5, 2010

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