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26th April 2009, 10:26 PM #61
thats pretty cool...
i might make one just for the sake of it, and buy a curved one
i have hundreds of guitar buiding related sites bookmarked....
just a matter of me going through the list and finding them
thats pretty much what i do on my lazy days.... lol
just googling and reading up on random crap as i frequent all the foruums im a member of
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29th April 2009, 05:42 PM #62
Nitrocellulose
Does anyone know where one can obtain nitrocellulose lacquer in Melbourne? I asked at my local paint shop and was told that its not made any more , I find this hard to believe.
Also I found a U tube link that suggests that it can be made by mixing ground up ping pong ball's with acetone any body tried it?
regards
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29th April 2009, 06:55 PM #63
G'day Wal. The only thing I've made from ping pong balls were smoke bombs.
If you're after old formula nitrocellulose, you'll find it a little harder to obtain.
Most builders using nitro are using the Precatalyzed nitro which is obtainable from good paint shops and Automotive paint suppliers.
I use Mirotone Mirocat which is available at many distributors.
http://www.mirotone.com/Mirocat-PC-P...s/default.aspx
(Mirolac is the older style nitro and it shows on the website but from my understanding this may no longer be available. )
I'm using the mirocat clear gloss 3220.
Medium thinners 1220 and ultra slow thinners 1242 for hotter days and superior flowout on the last few finish coats.
Here are some of the outlets you can get this from.
http://www.mirotone.com/Victoria-Dis...s/default.aspx
I've also used Wattyl stylwood precat nitro and have found Mirotone to be far superior
in every facet when it comes to musical instruments.
More info when you need it .
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29th April 2009, 09:52 PM #64
Hi,
I've bought nitro in a rattlecan from carbling.com.au
Tricky to get a really pro looking job though. 2 cans should be enough for a guitar body - plenty of thin coats & sanding required! 1 more for a neck.
Make sure you specify the clear at the checkout (they do white & black as well).
Wear a proper mask & goggles when you spray!
Just about any other type of clear finish would be easier, but if you're patient give it a go!
PJ
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29th April 2009, 11:50 PM #65
Thanks Stu, Much obliged.
regards
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30th April 2009, 12:39 AM #66
thanks pjpalfi I appreciate your response.
regards
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8th May 2009, 10:06 PM #67
Hi guys, sorry but I've been away doing maintenance work on the Ararat hotel and I had to finish off my sons work station desk.see pic.
Anyway, I've been making some progress on the LP neck, it's been mostly rough cut and I'll soon get stuck into the final shaping.
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12th May 2009, 06:37 PM #68
Hi all I was wondering if anyone know if red gum is suitable for a fret board as it is quite hard and durable, or is fret boarding limited to a few select timbers.
regards to all
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13th May 2009, 12:40 AM #69diquattroguitars
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nitro paint
I use a nitro from sherwoods paints . Its called excellac 100 ,it only cost about $35 for 4 litres . They are situated near Broadmeadows. I have been using it for about 12 years now and its pretty good stuff and it wont crack or craze on you .
www.diquattroguitars.com
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13th May 2009, 03:07 PM #70
Re nitro paint
Thanks for the tip Ralph I always appreciate good advice, I may need to get the name of the paint, But my question was in regards to fret board timber and if I could use red gum instead of ebony LOL.
What are the chances of coming around and having a look at some of your work?
Kind regards
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13th May 2009, 04:14 PM #71
Dont see why Redwood wouldnt work well. As a precaution Id choose a bit cut on the quarter. Mulga, Gidgee etc are regulaly used,
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13th May 2009, 05:04 PM #72
Thanks Sebastian I've got a fare bit of 10x70 red gum cut on the 1/4 and It'll be veneered onto a tas oak neck.
Regards
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13th May 2009, 05:34 PM #73
table came up good
have fun shaping that tassie oak neck
red gum sounds cool
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13th May 2009, 07:03 PM #74diquattroguitars
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wal i just sent u a pm
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