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Minimum tools needed
It's been almost 4 years and 2 moves since my last build. I have a stick, a box and the various bits and pieces to complete a 3 or 4 string CBG. Sadly, my shop is no more. I have a miter saw and an electric hand drill. What do you think the minimum kit would be needed to complete this first build?
I will take your suggestions as a challenge and post a build log.
thanks for your responses in advance.
Wichita Sam
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Permalink Reply by Wichita Sam on
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Using tape to locate tuner positions
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End of day 4. I'm screwing neck to blocks internally for now as I plan to upgrade this CBG later, requiring neck removal. Also finished paint design on headstock to mirror box design.
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Day 5.. almost done. just need to set a cut nut and buy strings.
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Done. Good basic slide CBG, position markers on top of neck, purple heart fretboard, corian nut and polyurethane semigloss on wood.
fun 1st swing after 4 years off.
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Permalink Reply by Matthew Borczon on
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Sam that is about all I have ever used, also some files maybe. It is possible to build from this simple place
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Permalink Reply by Taffy Evans on
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Hi, Looks nice. I have to admire you guys who do so much with so little, you still get to make music.
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