Robert Bander's Discussions

Neck Removal, Conn 12 String
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I'm removing the bolt-on neck on a Conn 1512 because the heel is cracked and needs repair. I have unglued the fingerboard extension, no problem, removed the nut from the single bolt, scored the…Continue

Started this discussion. Last reply by John Yungbluth Dec 20, 2014.

Steel String Bridge Reglue
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Hi,I'm currently working on a Trinity College 14 fret cutaway, that the bridge was pulling up and taking some top wood with it. I removed the bridge and saw that there was a 1/8 inch lip of lacquer…Continue

Started this discussion. Last reply by Chad VanRens Oct 7, 2010.

Startocaster, bridge pickup problem
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A customer brought in a Mexican Fender Stratocaster with 1 volume and 2 tone controls The bridge pickup was not working in position 1, but did give some output in position 2. I checked the…Continue

Started this discussion. Last reply by Paul Verticchio Sep 4, 2010.

Top repair after bridge removal
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I am restoring an old Harmony mahogany body flat top. The bridge had already been removed and some top wood apparently came off with the bridge. I am installing a new bridge but need to fill in the…Continue

Started this discussion. Last reply by Mark Dobbins Mar 26, 2010.