Recent content by Gabacho

I'm a manager at a I'm a manager at a couple large manufacturing plants - one of which does a ton of stamping. Both of which have skilled tool & die guys. It would be the easiest thing in the world to stamp them, but after thinking about it, I don't think there's enough demand to break even...

I'm in the process of making some ashtrays myself - which may or may not work. I've gone through a few prototypes to try and get the size and profile correct, and think I've got them about right. I had to order a new blade for the old bandsaw, though, so I'm stalled for the time being. Then I...

Affordable used lefty necks don't grow on trees, so I was extra careful. The action is still a bit high, thanks to the fretless conversion. I'm waiting on delivery of a Hipshot Supertone bridge, which I've been told should give more flexibility to get the action lower than the three point epi...

Found a lefty p-bass neck, and ripped out the frets. That part was easy. Decided to shave the neck to fit the pocket rather than vice-versa, so I can put it back to stock if necessary. It wasn't an expensive guitar, but my daughter begged me not to mess it up, because she wants it. The neck...

So, long-time stalker, 1st time poster. I always find an abundance of helpful info here. I'm hoping to contribute anything that may be useful going forward. My expertise pales in comparison to many here, I'm sure, but maybe my clumsy ramblings will be an inspiration - for better or worse...