Recent content by frets4ever

I agree with you. I decided to cross purpose a micrometer and height gauge. Getting more accurate measurements has helped with consistency. Both items are relatively inexpensive used on facebook marketplace and eBay.

Attached pics are examples of how I use layers/sketches. It is easier and faster for me to use Affinity Designer (it is free now), since I been using it for years and Adobe Illustrator previously. I will export to DXF to import into Fusion for 3D modeling and more importantly to verify all the...

Router sled is the way to go way. A lot of different DIY plans to Bruce's design to fit your budget. Also check facebook marketplace for someone selling one or a kit. Most of my equipment is from facebook marketplace that has saved me thousands of dollars. There are people on marketplace that...

The most important thing for me is to use the origin point as my center line. The center of the body end is my XY=0 datum point. Also g coding is easier so if you ever plan on using a cnc machine at some point. What I like to do in Fusion is to create sketch folders for different elements of...

Doesn’t matter if they are wood screws. The goal is to align the pickup in the correct position. The screws are to be used as a centering index guide in the holes so you can drill under sized holes so the wood screw will grab the pickguard material. You can use some double sided tape on the...

Here's a suggestion, use painters on the front side to lineup the pickup, mark the holes for the pickup mounting screws. Drill those holes, flip over the pickguard and screw the pickup with face touching the pickguard. Now you can trace on the white part of the pickguard for the pickup. Then...

What software are you using for your drawings?

I will add tools inspired by talkbass and Bruce. Rod threading handle with a t nut to keep it straight in a drill press and rod being held by a 5C collet. Sanding blocks for Fender C and V profiles for guitars. Neck jig to help with laying out pickguards and hardware. I have a larger on that...

This builder has been using the D tube for years, he shares good information that will help you in your decision making. https://cozadguitars.com/article-d-tube-by-dragonplate-truss-rod-alternative.html

Here is one that WSC is selling https://shoppartsland.com/single-star-fm-truss-rod/?searchid=61844&search_query=truss+rod

After you have everything worked, you can have the carbon fiber rod 3D printed to your finalized relief. It’s not that expensive using online services, you have to provide a stl file. I would recommend Ponoko they have very competitive pricing especially if you buy 5 or more at a time.

Before Bruce provides alternatives, you may want to look at 20 series t nuts they are steel and plated to prevent rust and seizing. They have smaller dimensions and different screw sizes...

I have used Zep CLR to remove rust. It’s inexpensive and takes about and 1-2 hours of soaking. Rinse, scuff pad and WD40 dry lube. I just started to use Boeshield T-9 excellent however there is a chemical smell and gassing off period which is why I only apply it in the garage.

If you want to speed control you can get a belt driven grinder then add a two speed pulley with the ratios of your choice. Also plenty of good used motors able for cheap to make your own belt or direct drive grinder.

Have you looked on Facebook marketplace. I have gotten a couple Blador grinders cheap one for $50 and the other $70. So $150 you can get him several items. I am in Chicago area there are plenty of quality metal working and machinist tools. It seems a large number of machinist are retiring...