EB-3L

dadagoboi · August 14, 2010, 11:48:28 AM

Many thanks for the detailed tutorial. You have a lot more patience than I ever will. I've spent the whole morning working on pup ring templates so I can cut down the amount of hand work. Unfortunately squaring up corners with a bastard file is not as rewarding as putting a chisel to wood. Glad you're back and refreshed!

Re that router template attachment from Grizzly, I saw a build thread on Talkbass where a guy is using one to cut very exact cavity and cavity plates.

http://www.talkbass.com/forum/showthread.php?t=670146

drbassman · August 15, 2010, 06:49:57 PM

Hey Al, it sounds like you have a fun, if even pressurized gig there! I taught online courses and developed master programs for Rochester Institute of Technology for 12 years, so I really appreciate the technical support folks and all they do to make learning happen outside of just the classroom. Me, I'm just cruising to retirement and enjoying my last administrative/teaching assignments for a few more years. Can I get a 'harrumph" please? Best wishes for a smooth fall!

drbassman · August 15, 2010, 06:50:42 PM

Quote from: drbassman on August 15, 2010, 06:49:57 PM
Hey Al, it sounds like you have a fun, if even pressurized gig there! I taught online courses and developed master programs for Rochester Institute of Technology for 12 years, so I really appreciate the technical support folks and all they do to make learning happen outside of just the classroom. Me, I'm just cruising to retirement and enjoying my last administrative/teaching assignments for a few more years. Can I get a 'harrumph" please? Best wishes for a smooth fall!

drbassman · August 15, 2010, 06:52:17 PM

Quote from: dadagoboi on August 14, 2010, 11:48:28 AM
Many thanks for the detailed tutorial. You have a lot more patience than I ever will. I've spent the whole morning working on pup ring templates so I can cut down the amount of hand work. Unfortunately squaring up corners with a bastard file is not as rewarding as putting a chisel to wood. Glad you're back and refreshed!

Re that router template attachment from Grizzly, I saw a build thread on Talkbass where a guy is using one to cut very exact cavity and cavity plates.

http://www.talkbass.com/forum/showthread.php?t=670146

Thanks! Templates are so useful, I build a new one every time I have to rout something. It's worth the time and effort. Interesting thread over in TB, thanks for posting the link.

drbassman · August 15, 2010, 07:02:27 PM

Finished the fret board today. I double-side taped it to the work bench. Sanded it down to level the inlays with a radius block and 3M stickit paper. Took some of the resulting dust and used CA to fill some of my flaws on the edges. Also sanded the body some as well. Later this week I'll do the Gibson headstock inlay and post it. It's actually easier than you'd think!

dadagoboi · August 15, 2010, 08:43:07 PM

Beautiful work on that board and headstock!

sniper · August 15, 2010, 08:51:01 PM

that board is looking awesome!

Lightyear · August 15, 2010, 09:54:28 PM

Fantastic!

That thing is going to stand out like a hooker in church!!

drbassman · August 16, 2010, 07:15:46 AM

Thanks guys! I'm looking forward to moving this along. I did just buy a vacuum press to apply the veneer, which won't be till later on the fall as I need to collect the rest of the parts and bags I need for vacuum pressing. I was gonna build one that could use my air compressor, but I just don't have enough room in my shop for it all. So, a small press was a better option and I found a new one for the same cost of building one!

I'm gonna give it a rest after I do the headstock logo and tape up the Hofner and BillyBo for S&S treatments later this week now that temps and humidity are dropping.

dadagoboi · August 16, 2010, 07:45:36 AM

Will be interested in seeing what you find for bags. I've got everything but them and I'm tired of screwing up veneer. I remember seeing a DIY bag article in Fine Woodworking many years ago.

drbassman · August 16, 2010, 08:34:53 AM

Quote from: dadagoboi on August 16, 2010, 07:45:36 AM
Will be interested in seeing what you find for bags. I've got everything but them and I'm tired of screwing up veneer. I remember seeing a DIY bag article in Fine Woodworking many years ago.

There's an excellent article here on building your own.

http://www.joewoodworker.com/veneering/welcome.htm

dadagoboi · August 16, 2010, 08:40:26 AM

Cool, I'll check it out. Thanks!

Highlander · August 16, 2010, 02:15:09 PM

Quote from: drbassman on August 14, 2010, 08:26:55 AM
Sounds like fun! I had a great 2 weeks off and still have a lot of parties and get togethers to squeeze in before summer fads away. It's been a good one so far! Glad you could enjoy your friends as well! Life is good!

Back again solo for a work trip a week Friday... more liver damage scheduled...

Beautiful work, Bill... truly craftmanship...

drbassman · August 17, 2010, 08:31:21 AM

Quote from: Kenny's 51st State on August 16, 2010, 02:15:09 PM
Back again solo for a work trip a week Friday... more liver damage scheduled...

Beautiful work, Bill... truly craftmanship...

Sounds like fun Kenny. "Party on Garth!"

drbassman · August 17, 2010, 06:45:59 PM

Here's the inlay on the headstock..............used a 1/16" bit. It doesn't have to be exact as the epoxy fills nicely. I use a 5 minute epoxy with black powder to dye it.