Model 6 Problem child

[dg]

If you're selling it, I'd leave any gluing to the new owner. It's most likely going to somebody who is either really handy or plans on taking it to a pro. Same with stripping paint, imo. (Not sure if you plan on it, but the question about the clear over the binding sounds like you might be.) Different people handle refins differently as far as how they strip, or whether they even strip it all the way down in the first place, so again, I'd leave that to the new owner if you're gonna sell.

[Dustinofcharvel]

Ok well Ill post it under the classifieds section for a couple days if I don't get any interest I'll keep it

[Dustinofcharvel]

i am thinking of paying mike learn to do a badass paint job and refinish.He quouted me $550 to efret,glue and paint the guitar and fix the indentions on the fretboard

[bombtek]

Know what? For that kind of money and including the money you already have int it, that is NOT a bad idea to go through with it at all (if you have the money). I've seen them sell for up to $800 and OVER when they're in decent shape.
If I had the $, and wanted to keep it, I would go that route.

[moku]

i am thinking of paying mike learn to do a badass paint job and refinish.He quouted me $550 to efret,glue and paint the guitar and fix the indentions on the fretboard

interesting option. so $150 + $550 = 700 for a model 6 but with a custom paint job. sounds tempting... tough choice. :dunno: you'll have to make that choice yourself.

[Devotee]

That's a pretty sick deal, i say go for it.

[MakeAJazzNoiseHere]

I'm sure Mike could fix that up real nice.

[Dencon]

I use to work at a custom paint shop. We did everything you can think of. From Race Cars to Motorcycles. We also did many guitars. One time even a prosthetic leg. THAT is a very good deal. Go for it!

[sully]

Dude, don't touch it. I've been willing to help you with this, especially since you're local. The fretboard isn't "delaminating", it took a head shot and the fretboard separation is part of it. This isn't too difficult of a fix. Bring it by and I'll get it squared away for you. It just needs a good gluing, clamping, and a refret and then you can get it repainted if you like.

Sully

[MakeAJazzNoiseHere]

Dude, don't touch it. I've been willing to help you with this, especially since you're local. The fretboard isn't "delaminating", it took a head shot and the fretboard separation is part of it.

I would still call that delaminating (the glued pieces/layers are separating due to trauma/stress that occurred during the blow to the HS) but in any case it is mighty swell of you to help him out with that!

[Dustinofcharvel]

ok sully i live in weatherford i dont ever goto ft worth and never dallas. I will find a way. Is there a way that the binding can be made to look like it never cracked.Or will i have to deal with the crack up the neck after its glued

[sully]

I would still call that delaminating (the glued pieces/layers are separating due to trauma/stress that occurred during the blow to the HS) but in any case it is mighty swell of you to help him out with that!

eh, tomayyyto, tomahhhto, I guess. I've always viewed a delamination as something that kinda happens on it's own; kinda like clear coat that doesn't bond, etc.

[sully]

ok sully i live in weatherford i dont ever goto ft worth and never dallas. I will find a way. Is there a way that the binding can be made to look like it never cracked.Or will i have to deal with the crack up the neck after its glued

No worries; I'm certainly not trying to force anyone to come on over to the garage. I'm sure there are repairmen closer to you that can handle it as well. The binding will look better once everything is glued and clamped, but I'd most recommend a repair, then a refin. Once that's done, it'll look new. If you were able to get a partial refund and will only have $150 into it, that's not all that bad.

Sully

[Dustinofcharvel]

no i want you to do it i just dont ever goto dallas cause i dont have the best car.

[guitarzngunz]

Sorry, nothing useful to offer here, just wanted to say this is a very interesting thread and seems like some good people on here. I look forward to seeing how this turns out.