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Nut files

Started this discussion. Last reply by Wade May 16, 2013. 4 Replies 0 Likes

Any suggestions on getto nut files beside the $$ ones on stew Mac ... I've tried the welder tip cleaner ones. Not strong enough for corian. Thanks for any help

Amp build issues

Started this discussion. Last reply by Daddy D Apr 5, 2013. 4 Replies 0 Likes

I bought a kit from cbgitty for an amp build. Soldered it up .. It seemed to work ok. But really no fuzz or crunch. And not much volume. Could my soldering be the reason .. I am planning on putting…Continue

Building a cb amp

Started this discussion. Last reply by David McQueen Apr 1, 2013. 6 Replies 0 Likes

Looking to build some cb amps. Looking for tips on building one that I can get a nice fuzz / crunch. I have a pig nose that sounds great with my cbg. I built one from a kit from cbgitty .. Just didnt…Continue

Wiring pickups

Started this discussion. Last reply by David L. Mar 23, 2013. 1 Reply 0 Likes

Looking for advice on installing pickups. I have two humbuckers. I want to use them for two separate builds. What type of pots do I need? I see there are different types. How can I tell if its a neck…Continue

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At 5:40pm on June 4, 2013, rodney fruits said…: Looks like i never got back to your question, sorry. 3 screws did the job on that one..

At 5:04am on March 14, 2013, Keni Lee Burgess said…: Thank you Matt for joining my group. Feel free to add to the discussions or ask questions. Please check out my instructional video CDs: http://www.ebay.com/sch/njmikeb/m.html?_nkw=&_armrs=1&_from=&_ipg=&_trksid=p3686

Let me know if I can be of further assistance. Enjoy your practice, Keni Lee

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