Heya, thanks for dropping in :) cheers! It was a very nerve wracking task that didn't quite work out as expected, but I'm still stoked with the job I've done so far :) all the best with yours!
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Thanks heaps, personally i think you did an awesome job, most guys wouldnt even think of trying to route a new pup cavity, i know id have second thoughts!.
Well thanks to your videos i used a router for the first time to deepen a bridge cavity so i could fill it in and i am stoked. Youve gotta hand it to everyone here, they are all willing to give anything a go, and if theyve already done it are at the ready to help.
Cheers keep up the awesome work Shazz.
hey shazz do you mind if I ask a few questions about the gr-1 sf, if / when you have the time ..thanks.
the purple looks amazing Shazz, you're doing a great job
Hey Nullig, go right ahead :)
If you want to ask on my other forum thread here's the link http://www.buildyourownguitar.com.au...ead.php?t=4174
So here is what the final stain looks like. This is just wiped down, no clear yet. Just waiting to do a polish on the test pieces to see which comes up a better finish.
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Shazz looking good. I think it's worth trying to smooth the blend line go for one more colour coat. Try and darken the black edge, then keep rubbing purple (in a circular motion) along the transition area and you should smooth it out. A good burst takes many many coats to get a really smooth transition. When the clear goes on the transition will be highlighted even more.
I know its easier said than done because some areas 'take' the stain better than others, but worth trying to blend the colours smoother.
What are you using a wipe on poly/tru oil for the clear coats ?
Hey wokka, I can't seem to get the black any darker :( it's a really thin dye. I've applied about 9 coats so far and the last 4 haven't done much. I don't want to do to much more and wreck what I've already got. It looks smoother in real life too haha
I'm going to use a spray clear and do a polish on top.