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    If this is still an issue that needs addressing,...

    If this is still an issue that needs addressing, I'm happy to look at it as well.

    Only just saw this now.
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    Thanks for all the comments guys. One thing I...

    Thanks for all the comments guys.

    One thing I think that has not been addressed though.. if it's a common issue, surely we can have the factory improve the quality of the screws they are...
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    Issue with Screw quality on supplied hardware

    I'll just jump straight to it.....

    Completing a JB4 Kit, perfectly cut headstock and getting really excited for the finished product.
    Pre-drill the holes for the first tuner and mounting...
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    My 2 bob: The price difference is too high for...

    My 2 bob:

    The price difference is too high for this to be commercially feasible IMO.

    A backyard builder would be very unlikely to spend that kind of money with the hope they build well enough...
  5. Thread: June GOTM

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    Hey @IRLGuitars. Thanks :) ALL the hardware...

    Hey @IRLGuitars. Thanks :)

    ALL the hardware from the bridge to the tuners is Gotoh, and the electrics are all Vintage vibe CTS and Orange Drop caps.

    The pickups are just trash but they are the...
  6. Thread: June GOTM

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    OK.... so, one year after delivery of the kit.......

    OK.... so, one year after delivery of the kit.... She's done today!!!!

    Introducing the PJC-35. (PJC - Papa Jazz Cakes ;)

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    Hard part is done now!!!! Hard for two...

    Hard part is done now!!!!

    Hard for two reasons....

    1: getting it done right so it doesn't look fake and tacky like a lot of 'relic' bodies you see around that are just sanded.....

    2:...
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    Quickest of updates, the pickguard to go with the...

    Quickest of updates, the pickguard to go with the aged and relic end product has arrived.

    I'm actually flipping stoked with the feel of this already!!


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    Thanks for the comments guys :) I'll keep you...

    Thanks for the comments guys :)

    I'll keep you updated as I go.. but be warned, I tend to go slow. Life is busy and I have far too many hobbies!
    Subscribe to the thread and you'll get updates when...
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    Hey Wokka, Cheers :) There's actually heaps...

    Hey Wokka,

    Cheers :)

    There's actually heaps of 'grain' waves because it's ash and there were valleys for days! I like it though cause it will add even more character to the relic process.
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    Relic Daphne STA-1R, by Sundragon

    - Aged Gotoh Trem bridge
    - Pro series Strat blender electronics
    - Tonerider Classic Vibe pickups
    - Daphne blue Nitro

    Here's step one, paint is done. Have to cap the front AND back of the...
  13. Body is basically done now... pretty in love with...

    Body is basically done now... pretty in love with how that paper-thin veneer is looking though!!

    This is a handful of coats of wipe-on Poly. Sealed well, but still has some texture to it which I...
  14. Larger plugs are factory holes. Note how unevenly...

    Larger plugs are factory holes. Note how unevenly close they are to the edge of the shaped headstock.
    Original shape was terribly off-axis and I couldn't use it.

    Smaller plugs are me. trying my...
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    This is what 'Lessons' look like......


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  16. Hey Gav, I use the FeastWatson stains. This...

    Hey Gav,

    I use the FeastWatson stains. This colour is a mix of Walnut and Teak.
    Also using the FeastWatson Wipe-on Poly.


    That's a pretty sweet looking finish on yours there Stan! Nice work...
  17. Cheers Gav, but trust me, the phone photos really...

    Cheers Gav, but trust me, the phone photos really aren't doing it justice either!

    Once she's finished, I'll get some proper glam shots, then you'll have no choice!!
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    Also, finally got a process in place for headstock shaping.
    This shape is a complete hybrid Gretsch/PRS/Gibson/Taylor!


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  19. First coats of FeastWatson Wipe-on Poly. I'm...

    First coats of FeastWatson Wipe-on Poly.
    I'm actually much preferring this to the MinWax version :D


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    Binding Scraped.

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  21. Another update time :D Basically a visual diary....

    Another update time :D
    Basically a visual diary.

    Plugged tuner holes.

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    clamped veneer.
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    How many coats are you talking about though Stan?...

    How many coats are you talking about though Stan?
    I'm at nearly 10 and it's still super thin. Shiny as heck but after more than 2 weeks a gently thumb nail still scars pretty badly (on a test body,...
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    Clear finish HARDNESS

    Hey guys, need some advice from the experienced guys.

    I'm loving the ease of application for the wipe-on Poly, but it's not nearly hard enough.
    Do I just need to put 100 coats on before it's...
  24. Yeah Waz, in the style of a Duesenberg...

    Yeah Waz, in the style of a Duesenberg Starplayer.
    The controls get mounted to a scratch-plate and drop into a cavity cut in the top.. all nicely hidden.
  25. And now for the real thing. Got some gripe...

    And now for the real thing.

    Got some gripe points about the kit that I will address as I go as well.

    The primary issue that affects anything is the neck pocket. It was cut very poorly. Not...
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