The Super Deluxe Neck Cradle Jig

September 24th, 2010

If you are sick of your guitar that you are repairing or construction slipping out or tipping over you conventional neck cradle, you definitely will want to build this deluxe neck cradle and hold your guitar securely to your work bench. Plans are free and available for instant download from our server.

Filled Under: Repair Tools & Jigs

Truss Rod Adjustment Jig

September 22nd, 2010

If you have ever come across a stubborn truss rod that just will not take out the proper amount of bow in a guitar neck, then this jig is for you. This makes it easy to prebow the neck while easily cranking in enough tension in a now slack truss rod. Free PDF plan download for this tool at our Plan Shop.

Filled Under: Guitar Neck Repairs, Repair Tools & Jigs

Making Your Own Neck Steamer

September 20th, 2010

A simple Cappuccino Machine, some heat resistance hose and a special needle insertion tool will set you up to make an inexpensive steamer that you can simply insert down the 15th or 13th fret slot of an acoustic guitar and steam the dovetail glue joint loose while under gentle pressure.

Filled Under: Guitar Disassembly, Guitar Neck Repairs

Repair Broken Peghead

September 13th, 2010

A guitar peghead that has cracked off the guitar neck could certainly be termed a severe or major guitar repair. This article on repairing a cracked or broken peghead will give you the step by step instructions on doing the repair. Tools and materials are discussed as well as alternate means of repair.

Filled Under: Guitar Neck Repairs

How to Install a Strap Button

September 10th, 2010

Installing a strap button on the guitar heel may seam like a very easy repair, but it is surprising how often this is a botched repair that causes very expensive problems later in the guitar’s life. Find out just how to do it and what tools are require for a professional installation.

Filled Under: Guitar Neck Repairs, Miscellaneous Repairs

Guitar Neck Removal Jig

September 3rd, 2010

The Neck Removal Jig has just one purpose in life. That is to remove an acoustic guitar neck after loosening the dovetail joint glue. If you have ever tried to do this by hand, you understand that sometimes 2 hands is not enough. This jig will give you the convenience to do this job without worrying about slipping clamps ore block. These plans are FREE in PDF format and Plans are available in our Plan Shop.

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