Yeah, it's an el cheapo $200 12 string Tele style kit, but it's just for a fun side project. Not sure if I wanna stain it purple, medium cherry, or a lighter oak type stain yet. Leaning towards the cherry though.
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Gonna replace the crappy plastic nut with a black Tusq nut.
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Okay so I sanded off the thin protective coating on the body and headstock last night. Started with 600 grit, then finished with 1200 grit. It didn't work out so well...
Here are a few pics:
Not sure if you can see it, but this pic is supposed to show the shiny coating that I sanded off.
Sanded and ready to be stained:
The cheap plastic binding took a hit, but I should be able to buff it out during the final finishing stages
Here are a few pics:
Not sure if you can see it, but this pic is supposed to show the shiny coating that I sanded off.
Sanded and ready to be stained:
The cheap plastic binding took a hit, but I should be able to buff it out during the final finishing stages
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So anyway, remember what I said about
Well, here are the pics. First coat, second coat, and after wiping off (followed the directions on the Watco stain can).
First coat:
Second coat:
Wiped down - CRAP!:
Well, here are the pics. First coat, second coat, and after wiping off (followed the directions on the Watco stain can).
First coat:
Second coat:
Wiped down - CRAP!:
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So anyway... Tonight I resanded the body and headstock, starting with 220 grit and finishing with 500 grit. Made quite sure (I hope!) that all of the protective coat was completely sanded out. The first coat is applied and the second is due to be applied in about 10 minutes. Hopefully I'll have some decent pics for you in about a half hour or so. Wish me luck!
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So anyway... Tonight I resanded the body and headstock, starting with 220 grit and finishing with 500 grit. Made quite sure (I hope!) that all of the protective coat was completely sanded out. The first coat is applied and the second is due to be applied in about 10 minutes. Hopefully I'll have some decent pics for you in about a half hour or so. Wish me luck!
Ready for restain:
First coat:
Second coat:
Front and back after wiping down:
And the disappointing headstock:
Ready for restain:
First coat:
Second coat:
Front and back after wiping down:
And the disappointing headstock:
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Somebody got her second coat of poly tonight. Definitely gonna paint the face of the headstock black though.
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Quick update on the 12 string Telecaster project: Painted the face of the headstock black. It'll need 2 more coats, then I think I'll clearcoat it glossy. I do have a can of matte clearcoat though... The body is gonna be a satin poly finish. I have 7 coats on the body right now and will buff it tonight. Should I use the matte clearcoat for the face of the headstock?
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Also ordered one of these to replace the cheap plastic nut that can installed on the neck:
graphtech.com
Black TUSQ XL Slotted 12 String 3/16" (PT-1500-00)
The PT-1500-00 is the perfect option to upgrade the nut on your twelve-string guitar. It is pre-slotted for a quick and simple installation. The PT-1500-00 is also available in a convenient 10-pack (LT-1500-10). Description Specs Black TUSQ XL is designed to boost guitar tone and performance...
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Went with the matte clearcoat for the front of the headstock. I'll fix the imperfections when I finish the neck.
Here's the video showing how I plan to finish the neck:
Starting to wire the electronics:
Here's the video showing how I plan to finish the neck:
Starting to wire the electronics:
Those are great for staying in tune during bends.
I have one on my USA made Dean ML.
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Nice looking 12 stringers. I hope you can let us hear how it sounds.