Removing clear lacquer from back of maple neck

[jackson1]

Re: Removing clear lacquer from back of maple neck

The fretmarkers go deep so no worry. I'm talking several milimeters.

[MetalMedal II]

Re: Removing clear lacquer from back of maple neck

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The fretmarkers go deep...

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Probably true for the rosewood boards, but my bud has a Model 1 variation with a maple fingerboard, and he did partially remove the fret markers on his when he sanded off the finish. There were black side markers on the maple fretboard, and I think they might have been only painted on, instead of being inlayed into the board. The regular rosewood boards have the white markers which are inlaid pretty far like you mentioned

I haven't seen his maple boarded one in a while so I'll have to inspect it more thoroughly the next time I come across it.

[jackson1]

Re: Removing clear lacquer from back of maple neck

Oops, sorry then. I only encountered "deep" fretmarkers so i thought all had 'em.

[Ozz666]

Re: Removing clear lacquer from back of maple neck

I've grabbed a sheet of 1500 grit paper and lightly sanded the back of a laquered neck and it made a huge difference. It was just a light sand job for a couple minuted...it felt awesome after that.

[Number Of The Priest]

Re: Removing clear lacquer from back of maple neck

Doesn't the back of the neck look all "scratchy" or whatever after that? Or is 1500 grit quite "smooth" in itself already?

[jackson1]

Re: Removing clear lacquer from back of maple neck

1500 grit is so fine it will make the surface look satin-like or "foggy" - a fine, even finish.

[rocksoldier]

Re: Removing clear lacquer from back of maple neck

Will the neck get glossy again if i just sand it lightly?

[Rhmsc8]

Re: Removing clear lacquer from back of maple neck

I have a couple of questions regarding this process....

Does anyone have any pics of what this looks like once done?

On a neck-thru, anyone know how to define the edge between the body and the neck?

(I would assume painters tape...) But how doe is it handle the sandpaper and steel wool hitting it?

I have seen custom shops with this done. But I would assume that it is done at the factory. That is what I would like to do... But am a little nervous about attempting it.

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Ronnie

[Number Of The Priest]

Re: Removing clear lacquer from back of maple neck

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Will the neck get glossy again if i just sand it lightly?

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If you want it glossy again, you will have to buff it using a buffer. At least that's what I think Sully mentioned. It's totally reversible.