I’ve no idea what the Pitbull woodglue is. I was i initially under the impression that it was Titebond, but the original red label stuff is a creamy yellow, and the kit stuff was recently described as white.
But on their website, Titebond recommend clamping and stressed joints for 24 hours (for all their wood glues).
I often use a set of artists acrylic paints to mix up and match the surrounding colour to help hide small cracks and marks. Nothing fancy, just a cheap beginner’s set from Amazon. I’ve never had a problem spraying clear nitro lacquer over the top. Just let it dry thoroughly first. Either that or a coloured Sharpie if I have one close enough in colour.
24 hours seems a sensible time Simon.
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Relieved !
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Quckly putting in a bone nut. Nice snug fit - no need for glue - easy to adjust if needed.
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Finally got around to returning to this build having waited for Grover tuners which I didnt realise had not been delivered with original order (whoops - after 12 months). Sat down to install hardware. Started with bridge posts and and ...
TOO MANY POSTS- TOO FEW HOLES.
Ffs... I should have noticed earlier.
Any advice. How the hell do I neatly drill nicely through the finished cap.
-This kit has been a complete nightmare.
Last edited by DJP; 14-12-2022 at 11:42 PM.
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Do I even have the correct bridge with this kit ?
Ah... no. Website picture shows a trapeze tailpeice.
Last edited by DJP; 15-12-2022 at 12:21 AM.
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Bummer. I would see if Pitbull will send a tailpiece. If not, there is a good selection on Ebay!
PitBull Builds: FVB-4, LP-1SS, FBM-1, AG-2, TB-4, SSCM-1, TLA-1,TL-1TB, STA-1HT, DSCM-1 Truckster, ST-1, STA-1, MBM-1, MBM custom, GHR-1 (Resonator), FH-5V (Acoustic).
Scratch Builds: Pine Explorer, Axe Bass, Mr Scary, Scratchy Tele's.
The little voices in my head keep telling me "build more guitars"
Contacted Adam at Pitbull - as always - GREAT SERVICE. Trapeze tailpiece in post already.
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#5 ATL 1SB Thinline
#4 ST1-Jnr
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Grovers fitted.
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#6 FV-1G
#5 ATL 1SB Thinline
#4 ST1-Jnr
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