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Steven Wallace replied to Steven Wallace's discussion Tuning Pegs Standard sizes? Uke pegs OK? in the group Building a Cigar Box Guitar 101
Wichita Sam replied to Steven Wallace's discussion Tuning Pegs Standard sizes? Uke pegs OK? in the group Building a Cigar Box Guitar 101"Guitar machine tuning gears are all equal, except they're not. The vast majority have posts slightly less than 1/4" in dia. Many builders don't use the "bushings" as it looks too "finished". The base plates may be…"
Steven Wallace added a discussion to the group Building a Cigar Box Guitar 101
Tuning Pegs Standard sizes? Uke pegs OK?
Tuning pegs are obviously In my search for parts.I've visited the usual suspects, ebay, Stew Mac and goodle and have seen the base price for 6 economy pegs is about 9-12 bucks. I'm on my way to a electronics fixit shop in Falmouth Mass. It's been around for about 100,000 years and the folks there are a hoot (they rebuilt an old Garrard Turntable for me recently) and also have guitar parts scattered around in their store and invited me to take a look.My question(s) is/are10 Are these things…See More
Tres Seaver left a comment for Steven Wallace"Welcome aboard, Steven! You will find lots of helpful folks and information here on all things CBG (CBU, CBB, etc.) Feel free to poke around, ask questions, and post your stuff (photos, recordings, videos, etc.).
Most of all, have fun!"
Steven Wallace commented on Shane's group Building a Cigar Box Guitar 101"Shawn, how are the StewMac Shipping charges?"
Steven Wallace replied to Steven Wallace's discussion Just a guy from Maine in the group Introduce Yourself!"Thanks James! I need to stop thinking and get going. I've been pricing tuning pegs on ebay and the stew mac catalog. Looks like 6 for around $12 is pretty standard' Also looking at broekn guitars to see if there's somthing cheap I can…"
Steven Wallace replied to Steven Wallace's discussion Just a guy from Maine in the group Introduce Yourself!"Thanks Nigel. I had heard the Nation was a supportive one. I really like the pictures of your first attempt!
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James Bush replied to Steven Wallace's discussion Just a guy from Maine in the group Introduce Yourself!"Welcome aboard Steve, Good luck with your builds."
James Bush replied to Steven Wallace's discussion Just a guy from Maine in the group Introduce Yourself!"I agree with Nigel, Go fretless on your first build. Just mark in your frets with a magic marker and use a slide."
Nigel Richards aka Rev. Larry replied to Steven Wallace's discussion Just a guy from Maine in the group Introduce Yourself!"HI, just thought I'd offer some encouragement - I built my first JBG (Jewelry Box Guitar) a few weeks back. I have no history of woodworking and had no tools other than the usual rusty things lying around the house for minor repairs. But I gave…"
David P Fotheringham left a comment for Steven Wallace"I agree..This may be just what I'm looking for.!.! Thanks for the invite."
Steven Wallace left a comment for David P Fotheringham"Lot's of fun in here. Really unbelievable what people are doing with just junk!"
Steven Wallace joined Shane's groupBuilding a Cigar Box Guitar 101
This group is for discussing the basics of CBG building for newer builders - where to start, what to do, common pitfalls, tips and techniques.Keep in mind that new builders can find other great informative articles on CBG building, as well as most of the parts you'll need, over at C. B. Gitty Crafter Supply!See More
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- At 8:47am on February 4, 2010, Tres Seaver said…
- Welcome aboard, Steven! You will find lots of helpful folks and information here on all things CBG (CBU, CBB, etc.) Feel free to poke around, ask questions, and post your stuff (photos, recordings, videos, etc.).
Most of all, have fun!
- At 2:00am on February 3, 2010, David P Fotheringham said…
- I agree..This may be just what I'm looking for.!.! Thanks for the invite.
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