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String Tension Issue
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Hey guys.I am trying to put .10-.47 Martin Monel strings (131lbs of tension) on my 1956 Gibson ES-150.Having a weird issue where the D and G string will not string up to pitch without extreme tension…Continue

Started this discussion. Last reply by Greg Mirken Aug 20.

Hide Glue & Neck Reset Question
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Hey guys. I have two questions. I will try to combine them in one thread so I don't take up the front page.1. How long does hide glue need to set after using it to glue on a bridge? It's 192 gram.…Continue

Started this discussion. Last reply by Walter W Wright Aug 18.

Re-Fret Issue -- Ends of frets not seating
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Hey all.I've done one refret ever, and it turned out great. But in that case the frets removed where the same size as the frets replaced.With this problem I'm having today, I'm replacing vintage size…Continue

Started this discussion. Last reply by Mike Kolb May 30.