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Location: Phoenix, AZ | What is the best off the shelf "Rattle Can" clearcoat to use on a 1980 model 1617 top? I sealed the cracks with super glue, and am now sanding the entire top. This guitar is a beater I got for cheap, so I'm not looking for a factory finish or shine, mainly just wanted to seal the cracks, and well... I got carried away. Aslo, I need to remove the sounhole trim ring, any suggestions on how to remove it without damaging it? | |
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Location: Pacific Northwest Inland Empire | I have never had much success removing the trim ring. Figure, you will be replacing it. As for the rattle-can, I have used Deft high-gloss lacquer, with some success. Make sure the air is absolutely still, nothing to stir it up, and level the top, in both directions, so it is absolutely flat. Of course, mask off anything you don't want to be shiny, too! Then, wait a full 2 weeks, before you touch the finish. Be real careful with any buffing. The finish will not be that thick, either. | |
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Location: Phoenix, AZ | seesquare,
Thanks for the input. I have used the Deft high-gloss before, but never on a guitar. I assumed removing the trim ring will be a challenge, so I will plan to replace it. I plan on 2 light coats, I don't want a thick finish as it may mute the sound.
2 weeks..? wow, must work on my patience. | |
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Location: Pacific Northwest Inland Empire | I'm referring to doing anything to the finish coat. Takes awhile to harden up the lacquer. You can be gentle, & play the critter, before then, but be careful with restringing. | |
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Best Clearcoat?