H's TL-1Q, first build.

[wokkaboy]

Hi H, I've never used Goof off but think that should do the job. Please let the forum know how it goes. Where is the glue on the veneer or body back/sides or both ?

[gavinturner]

Hey H. I've used Goof-off before and have found it to work very nicely on removing glue spots from veneer. I bought the smallest tin, but surely it's all the same stuff. Just rub it hard into the glue patch and then clean off again with a clean rag. I usually do this about 3 times per spot and it seems to do the trick. I haven't had any issues with it melting binding, but I have been careful to keep it off the binding as much as possible. Just something to maybe be carefule on.

cheers,
Gav.

[andrewdosborne]

Yep, I have the same tin. I'm also going to be using this for the first time on my next build.

[UpperCaseH]

Goof Off went well, I'm pretty sure I got all the glue off.

Finished shaping the headstock with sandpaper. Took ages but the result was worth it. Still needs to be sanded smooth, but the shape's where I want it.



Took the body up to 240 on the back and sides, haven't touched the front yet. The marks I was worried about look like they're completely gone. My forearms and fingers hurt.



Based on Wazkelly's advice

At this point 240 is good if you plan on staining as that still allows colour to soak in, 320 is smoother but maybe not as much colour penetration, 400 is probably too far gone unless going for a solid colour.

I guess the next step is to (lightly) sand the veneer at 320 and then stain. Might wait until it stops raining though. After each coat I plan to hang the body in the cupboard that contains the central heater. It's not the warmest place in the house, but it's always got a small draft through it from the intake and stays around ~22-24 degrees celsius when the heater's on.

[nitroburner1000]

Goof Off went well, I'm pretty sure I got all the glue off.

Finished shaping the headstock with sandpaper. Took ages but the result was worth it. Still needs to be sanded smooth, but the shape's where I want it.



Took the body up to 240 on the back and sides, haven't touched the front yet. The marks I was worried about look like they're completely gone. My forearms and fingers hurt.



Based on Wazkelly's advice



I guess the next step is to (lightly) sand the veneer at 320 and then stain. Might wait until it stops raining though. After each coat I plan to hang the body in the cupboard that contains the central heater. It's not the warmest place in the house, but it's always got a small draft through it from the intake and stays around ~22-24 degrees celsius when the heater's on.

Hi mate, just a line to let you know that for a first timer your doing awesome, as one myself i know how daunting a task it is, but i couldnt do it without the help of the guys on this forum...3 cheers to all you guys!

[pablopepper]

Dig that headstock shape.

[wokkaboy]

Well done H, results look great. Headstock looks sweet and glad the glue has gone. Will be using goof off for sure next kit with glue

[andrewdosborne]

Great job nitro, like the headstock and body is nice and clean after goofing it!

Achy arms is the sign of a good sanding session!

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[nitroburner1000]

Great job nitro, like the headstock and body is nice and clean after goofing it!

Achy arms is the sign of a good sanding session!

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Sorry wasnt me, that was UpperCaseH, i was just commenting

[Andy40]

H,

that edge is looking very spesh, great advice from Wazkelly.

If you are putting DT stain on, don't worry about the rain/humidity, it does not adversely effect stain coats. If you put a decent stain coat on, check it after 3, then 5 and if still not dry then 7 days. Depending on temperature (cold) it might take a week.

Good luck H, I'll be rooting for ya.