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Comment by Dave Onastik on April 9, 2010 at 12:41am

Will do David. Thanks for the help.

Comment by David Fultz on April 9, 2010 at 12:37am

No problem man..The sound holes were an after thought ,so yes I did them last. What little it did shred the edges was safely covered by the little lip on the sliding door pulls I used as sounds holes. I don't think it will be a problem for you. All in all I am pretty pleased with the outcome. It was a big hit at the "Mojo" art show..Especially being the only guitar:)
I'm anxious to see what you come up with..Be sure and holler at me after you post pics so I don't miss em.

Comment by Dave Onastik on April 8, 2010 at 7:46am

Sorry, but one more question... I'm about to do the same and don't want to screw up....

Did you drill the sound holes after affixing the mag cover and applying a coat or two? If so, I assume there was enough of a seal to make a clean cut without shredding the artwork?

Comment by David Fultz on April 8, 2010 at 7:24am

I want it all to match in finish..Do the whole box. I think it was a satin now that you mention it. I put the picture on the box last year sometime. Then just built the guitar last month,fpr an art show ... so I don't remember what I used exactly. It's a pretty simple way to dress up a not so attractive box. Plus it just fit I think, given the economy and why people built these in the first place.
Happy building: )

Comment by Dave Onastik on April 8, 2010 at 7:17am

That's what I figured. Are you using a satin finish so it's not too shiny? Also, are you only coating the side with the graphic, or the whole box?

Thanks for the tips.

Comment by David Fultz on April 8, 2010 at 6:52am

Yes ,Spray adhesive ,I used clear poly over the glued on cover. It needs more coats. .You really want it thick.

Comment by Dave Onastik on April 8, 2010 at 2:07am

Nice Work David. Can you tell me how you put the magizine cover on the box? Did you apply a coat of varnish or laquer over the top?