I'm not sure what to do about it. The crack does not seem to go all the way through. I could not see the crack from the inside at all. At the moment the guitar is fully humidified. I am sorry about the double post.
2 inch crack in back of br 1060
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Posts: 2 (02/18/10 01:32 PM) |
I'm not sure what to do about it. The crack does not seem to go all the way through. I could not see the crack from the inside at all. At the moment the guitar is fully humidified. I am sorry about the double post.
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Posts: 674 (02/18/10 02:11 PM) |
Getting it repaired seems advisable. With something inside to brace against extension. Perhaps even a little drill hole right at the end of the crack. Filled, of course, but spreading whatever stress caused the crack.
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Posts: 3 (02/18/10 05:35 PM) |
Hey thanks for answering Gypsy.
Does anybody have any more information on what the repair requires ? or more details. I'm guessing that part of this crack is under the neck block. |
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Posts: 326 (02/18/10 06:23 PM) |
I would take it to a guitar tech and have them look at. The first thing they're probably going to do is check to see if it's stable. If it's not, they'll probably removed the strings and go in there and fix it from the inside. You'll probably still see where the crack is, but they can get it stabilized so it doesn't cause issues.
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Posts: 4 (02/19/10 12:32 AM) |
Should I release the string tension ?
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Posts: 3742 (02/19/10 04:27 AM) Admin |
Dove1950 wrote:Although that crack isn't in a place that looks to be at risk for being further opened by being tuned up, it's advisable to detune the guitar and have any crack looked at ASAP.
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Posts: 354 (02/19/10 04:54 AM) |
yup, what Dave said... ASAP.
Dave
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Posts: 5 (02/19/10 12:07 PM) |
News update: Well I took the guitar to Ed clark guitars here in New york. This is the same guy that did a fantastic job on my bridge re glue. He wasn't even phased by the crack and he said it was just a finish check. he said don't worry about it. Any thoughts on this ?
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Posts: 3746 (02/19/10 12:15 PM) Admin |
I'd say don't worry about it. The guy seems to have your confidence, so go with what he says.
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Posts: 1061 (02/19/10 09:59 PM) |
Someone who has seen it up close probably has the best handle on the true condition of the guitar. Looks like you lucked out, nothing to worry about. Enjoy playing.
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Posts: 328 (02/24/10 03:14 PM) |
I would tap the back of the guitar with various forms of hammers, just to make sure it is really just in the finish.
That's what I would do. |
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Posts: 6 (02/26/10 12:46 AM) |
rememberdanf I'm not sure what you mean. you mean to knock on it ? please explain. |
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Posts: 3768 (02/26/10 04:09 AM) Admin |
Dove1950 wrote:Please disregard anything posted by rememberdanf. He is attempting humor, but whatever he is smoking has rendered him incomprehensible. 
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Posts: 335 (02/26/10 05:12 PM) |
What Dave said. Sorry- forgot to use a smiley face.
 Never smoked- it's natural humor. I have repaired a few cracks with strong wood glue that dries clear. Apply with clean finger, wipe off residue with damp, warm clean rag. Repeat. Honest- no smiley face. |
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