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Permalink Reply by Bad Finger (Eric) on November 12, 2013 at 7:42am

I would double up that 1x4 for the lap steel, but that's just based on what I would do, not any failed experience with a 1x4 12-string steel.  For the additional cost of an extra board, it is relatively inexpensive insurance.  Use a contrasting wood for some interest, maybe.

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Permalink Reply by Piht Bull (Delta Dawg Guitars) on November 12, 2013 at 7:56am

the 1x4 came off a dresser lol so ill see if i can find something else . thanks man .

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Permalink Reply by Bad Finger (Eric) on November 12, 2013 at 8:07am

Give it a whirl then.  You only got time and a board to loose.  If it bows under tension, you can always remove strings and play until you can find a reinforcement.

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Permalink Reply by Piht Bull (Delta Dawg Guitars) on November 12, 2013 at 9:36am

well i used a little red neck science and put it between 2 blocks and bounced on it . dont think it will work . it started popping and cracking .  may just use a 2x4 and cut out what i dont need .

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Permalink Reply by Ron "Oily" Sprague on November 12, 2013 at 7:51am

Also, I'd pop ferrules in on both top and bottom.

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Permalink Reply by Piht Bull (Delta Dawg Guitars) on November 12, 2013 at 7:56am

ok thanks . wasnt sure if it was pointless or not .

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