New recruit here - I’ve ordered a pitbull hardware kit to fix up an old Strat that has been taking up space at my folks house for about 15yrs. Was my first electric guitar and cost $300 NZD with a little Marshall practice amp. Was always a dog to play but now I’m wondering if there is hope for it with a bit of love and a decent set up.
Wokkaboy suggested I start a build diary - I feel like a bit of a con given it’s not a full build but would appreciate the help along the way and if this goes well I’ll be jumping into building kits (where are the GAS anonymous meetings held?)
First decision while I wait for the hardware to arrive is what to do about the finish. I don’t mind the forest green but there are some pretty big dings on the bottom edge of the body. Dropped it on a tar seal road while walking home from school as a 13yo! Looks like some semi decent wood underneath so wondering if it’s worth tracking down a heat gun and removing the finish or perhaps doing a relic. Anyone got any tips for removing poly?
Here’re some pics of the old beast. Kit I’ve ordered has a standard sss configuration but I think there’s a swimming pool rout so I may consider messing around with some alternative pickups if I get her playing well.
Ah, so many ideas, so little time and money.
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