Help! Chunk of Fender Paint chipped off. Can I re-glue?

[BillyIVbass]

I bought a loaded Fender Jazz Bass body and well it came packed a bit "creative" It definitely got knocked around and a chunk of paint by the strap button broke off.

It "chunked" in sort of a 3D flake and fits back where it broke off. Can I re-glue this with a dap of Elmer's Wood Glue?

I'm not too picky about things, if this fixes it I probably won't complain to the seller even though I sort of have a right too.

[C.Linton]

Try it. I would use super glue instead, though.

[Slowgypsy]

Originally Posted by C.Linton

Try it. I would use super glue instead, though.

Good advice. I second using super glue.

[BillyIVbass]

Thanks. I'll head out and get some new super glue. Mine is all dried up. I'll report back. Thanks again, I appreciate it!

[Turnaround]

I'm not sure I would recommend superglue unless you are experienced in using it. Chances are you will end up with some squeeze out that won't just wipe off and will create a mess on the surrounding finish. I must admit, I would use superglue, but I use it almost daily and it took a fair bit of practice to be able to handle it properly in situations that are somewhat problemmatic. And this is one of them.

You would probably be better off with a regular wood glue, wiping off the excess when the chip is pressed in place and then tape over the chip to hold the edges down until it dries. Use a stretchy tape like electrical tape. Any additional glue squeeze out that occurs can be chipped off with a fingernail.

But if you are experienced in using superglue for finish repairs, go ahead.

[john grey]

+1

You have a serious right to some sort of discussion with the seller if you honestly believe that the packing resulted in it's being excessively vulnerable.
Personally, I would discuss this with the seller before doing anything and have a GOOD picture.
I don't know what exactly you mean by a loaded j-bass, but for discussion's sake let's say you paid $6-700 and it was mint, 100% condition. A 1" gouge in the body reduces the value in a proportionate nature to the "repair-ability" of the damage. Realistically that could be as much as well over $100-150 for a re-paint. I would think this through if I were in your position.

[Stumbo]

Originally Posted by Turnaround

But if you are experienced in using superglue for finish repairs, go ahead.

Superglue comes as a gel. I find it very easy to work with.

I'd put pressure on the chip for a couple minutes after setting it.

Post some before/after pics if you have time.

[BillyIVbass]

Alright. The super glue worked "Eh OK" Sorry for the crappy before any after pictures. Fired on my camera to a low battery message.

I put the smallest drop of glue in the center and pressed it down with my thumb for a minute. Overnight it seemed to dry well.

[BillyIVbass]

Originally Posted by john grey

+1

You have a serious right to some sort of discussion with the seller if you honestly believe that the packing resulted in it's being excessively vulnerable.
Personally, I would discuss this with the seller before doing anything and have a GOOD picture.
I don't know what exactly you mean by a loaded j-bass, but for discussion's sake let's say you paid $6-700 and it was mint, 100% condition. A 1" gouge in the body reduces the value in a proportionate nature to the "repair-ability" of the damage. Realistically that could be as much as well over $100-150 for a re-paint. I would think this through if I were in your position.

I've decided to just sort of roll with it. Loaded meant it came with a pickguard, bridge and wired electronics. The price I paid is probably even still a good one with the chip and I threw a neck on to test the electronics and I love the sound of the bass.