My first build: DTL-1

[gpjt]

Thanks to everyone for the help!

So I've put together a combined list based on the PBG instructions and the advice in this thread so far:

• File or fine rasp
• Sandpaper <80-120-240-400-600-800-1200-2000>
• Steel wool (0000 grade)
• Coping saw
• Electric Drill
• Drill bits, 1mm, 1.5mm, 2mm, and 3mm
• G Clamps
• Screw drivers, both Phillips (sizes small 0 med 1 and large 2) and flat head
• Long straightedges (600mm and 300mm rules) and tape measure
• Soldering iron
• Electronic solder
• Clean rags
• Pencil
• Eye protection
• Flat sanding block
• Notched straight edge
• Fret file or profiling tool
• Level to tape sandpaper to for leveling frets, or alternatively a 12" radius sanding block
• Something for polishing frets eg. micromesh

If I can get them cheaply (or "free" as part of a kit that contains necessary stuff, it might be worth getting a fret rocker or nut files.

Lots of standard DIY stuff there, so it's over to eBay for the rest...

[king casey]

If I can get them cheaply (or "free" as part of a kit that contains necessary stuff, it might be worth getting a fret rocker or nut files.

Unless you insist on spending for gear, otherwise...

These do the job just as well (I keep all 3 in a plastic bag)


cheers, Mark.