Fixing a small chip in a guitar finish
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- čas přidán 26. 09. 2012
- Dan Erlewine demos three of his favorite finish repair tips: super glue drop fills, Frank Ford's razor blade trick and strip-sanding with fingertip pressure.
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"It takes time. If you're too lazy to do it you won't get as good of results."
-Dan Erlewine
I believe these words can be applied on so many other aspects than "fixing a small chip in a guitar finish" perhaps in life!
What about 'sleeping'?
I wish the guitar tech that mest my guitar up heard this
I was too lazy to fix a chip on my first guitar and thirty years later it matched perfectly with the worn patina. But it did take some time.
That's one piece of advice worth millions on so many levels right there.
@@guitarjams1008 I wish you had heard it before spelling in English.
You say it was years before you knew about soaking the sandpaper for twenty-four hours (3:21). You make a video less than five minutes long and now I know it as well (that and a lot more!). That's the beauty of CZcams! Thank you.
Just goes to show you the value of a master craftsman before the age of the internet. The world is so different now that anyone can instantaneously consult with the best and brightest minds in the whole world with the click of a button.
@@miaouew
Just goes to show wisdom comes with age but wisdom not shared is no wisdom at all and wisdom unheeded by the youth in the end is the same effect
In ancient China elders wore straw hats so when the breeze blew through it spread their wisdom over the village
a book with the same info is equally useful when transferring and applying knowledge.
@@miaouew True, but you have to compare and evaluate, because there is also a lot of bad advice and misinformation online. I'm glad to have found this channel. I haven't seen anyone else mention soaking the sand-paper, even though I specifically looked for people who were wet sanding.
"Hey, I'll reset the neck on your guitar for free if you'll also let me professionally repair these dings on the top for free."
To where can I ship my guitars? I'll get the box...
Free doesn't include materials, finders fees, tool rental, shop space, shipping & handling, the advertising you received when I mentioned your name, plus Stew & Mac get their cut so we'll just call it an even eleven grand.
But remember, you owe me one since I did it for free!
Seein’ as how yer twistin’ my arm...
I realise it’s 11 years later, but huge thanks for these excellent, no-nonsense, straight to the point ‘How to’ videos Stew Mac!
Dan is a true master craftsman.
I just tried this last night and I did everything he said to do and it really works. I'm so happy with my guitar now!
Do you have any advice or tips from your experience?
@@mermaidfeetxoxo_music I guess not...
@@marioguti9887lmao
You're one of the coolest cats. So many guys don't share their Professional tips, but for the guy like myself, to far to be a customer, too poor to hire the work out, but willing to invest the time into the artistry, you're just invaluable. Even, beyond that you give credit and respect to the guys you've picked up tips and techniques from. In doing so, you unknowing communicate that these techniques belong to craftsman / student, but should be carried forward in a tradition. In turn, I look for every opportunity to support guys like you when I'm looking for parts and such. Thank you so much!
Holy carp. I'm not entirely convinced that Dan didn't actually just switch out with a brand new guitar at some point... the transformation is just amazing!
+soupalex You can't see the dent at all when he's done! I want to try this with my guitars!
He is the best! I love learning from Dan.
Actually, he didn't give viewers a decent close look at the end result at all. The final result was all presented very quickly and hurried past. I found that the failure to allow closer examination distracted from the validity of the video.
I've been doing these types of repairs for about 20 years, and they pretty much dissappear, but it also depends on the finish and the wood. Also, really deep dings, the super glu shrinks down over time a little and leaves a divet. It's still better than a ding and to somebody just looking at the guitar, they never notice it, even the more obvious ones and they're invisible on stage.
The best part, is if it does shrink a little, you can simply repeat the process, and the second time around it usually doesn't shrink enough to notice.
Can't tell you how much I appreciate your videos. Thank you!!!
That is one brilliant video Mr. I just love to see how people do stuff. It's usually a mixture of know-how, patience & equipment. Thank you very much.
You are a master ! Thank you from the bottom of my heart! It is a pleasure watching someone like you work and express himself.
Dan your knowledge and skills are "over the top", thank you for sharing!
Just what I needed!
Thank you Dan, for the very clear and concise video on chip repair!
I've been watching these videos for days now, not even needing repairs, but I am amazed how skilled Dan is.
Mr. Dan is a True Master. I Love learning from him. Bought 2 of his Guitar Repair & Maintenance books. Highly recommend.
I love guitars, the design, the magic, the story, the sound and the art of repair it ... Stewart is the best , how can we imagine make this fix this way? Amazing
Amazing. I remember reading his column in Guitar Player magazine back in the 80's- just a wealth of knowledge. Thank you sir!
The razorblade trick is just pure gold! Thanks man!
This is The BEST "how to video" I have seen on You Tube ever....Thanks for being so generous with your time and knowledge.
I dont do much work on guitars but I love your videos because you have lots of cool tricks that can be applied to all kinds of woodworking and or repairs.
I've been restoring antique furniture for the past 45 years. I was very impressed with you video. Thanks for showing and sharing your techniques and tips. Well done!
This guy gives so much great information. I love the extra tips like soaking the sandpaper overnight and the double sided tape to attatch the sandpaper to the block! Thanks Dan! And the finished chip looks amazing too...
You are so humble in your tutorials I just subscribed and I can't wait to see more I love it I put guitar going on 20 years and just picked up an old electric classical that needs a neck repair
Wow. This guy always amazes me with his old timer skills and knowledge of guitars
Thanks for taking the time to make and post videos, along with your trade secrets new letter. Seeing repairs done helps reafirm that I'm doing things the right way.
Thanks, Stewart. I do the all the detail and integral color plaster repairs in a company's new high end homes. Been doing it 20 years. Any piece of information like that is a real gift to me.
What a wonderful learning experience watching all your videos! Thank you sir!
Thank you once again Dan! I bought a little lap steel guitar that came with a chip in the finish. I thought I might send it back but instead I will repair it thanks to this super easy method of finish repair.
Outstanding! Very useful technique. Thank you for sharing Mr Erlewine.
Very few videos on youtube leave me with a warm and fuzzy feeling. This was very enjoyable to watch.
Thank you!
It's insane how that super fine sandpaper made the guitar look so shiny!
I once tried to sand a little chip on my guitar to get it to smooth out, I ended up making it way bigger, and really scuffing the area around the chip. Now I know that what I need to do is keep going with higher grit sandpaper!
I used to buy the video tapes way back when. This guy is legend.
I did this on a gnarly ukulele chip today and had amazing results! It’s like nothing was ever there! Thanks, Dan.
I'm amazed at his abilities every time I see one of these videos! He's certainly correct when he says,if you're lazy,it's not going to come out right,it's tedious,time consuming,and even thought I would love to be able to do this on my guitars,I don't have the patience.
I don't even own an acoustic and I've been watching these repair vids for the past hour or so. kind of soothing
I have been following Dan's great repair advice since the early 80's and Dan has never steered me wrong.
Stew Mac my be kinda expensive compared to some suppliers but I have always recieved top quality parts from Stew Mac which gave my builds and repairs quality results.
Thank you Dan and Stew Mac for your years of quality service to the stringed instrument industry.
Love that razor blade & tape trick. I'm also gonna rem to long soak my sandpaper. And you're so right about laziness & rushing makes your results suffer. It seems like every time I rush or cut a corner, I almost immediately regret it and end up rushing again to try to fix that. I'm learning that patience, research, planning and always using the right tool for the job are the virtues of guitar repair. BTW, Your videos are gold, Thanks so much!
MacDonald pulls a lot of good info together, explains it with a straightforward manner and includes ideas I can use elsewhere in my projects. Thanks!
What an amazing video, I appreciate each and every one of them. Very concise and perfectly done, I agree take the time to build the tools of the trade. Enjoyed the strip sanding, the filling acetone liquid color stain, and of course the superglue.
Fantastic video, & fantastic delivery! No showboating or waffle, just honest facts, tips & great results. Could definitely learn a lot from you 👍
Legend. I've learned so much from this guy over the years.
Thanks for taking the time to show your techniques on finish repair. Think I'll start with a cheap guitar that nobody cares about (although no guitar should be neglected) and try this out myself. Thanks again!
Sir, you are such a knowledgeable professional. Thanks to you and Stew Mac for your educational videos.
this guy is great! I ordered his book "how to make your electric guitar play great!" and it was personally signed by Dan. Awesome info and saved me a LOT of money learning how to do my own setups and repairs correctly.
thanks Dan. I'll be a customer for life.
Thanks so much! Repaired the paint on my Les Paul headstock following this video and it looks phenomenal again!
This is the video I've been looking for. Thanks StewMac
I have a 1960/70's DIA 12 string acoustic I want to repair, It was my dads guitar. This channel is giving me hope that it can be done & I will repair it one day thanks for the valuable insights that go into the various repairs.
Excellent! This 70 year old dog just learned a new trick! Thanks for sharing your video.
Extremely helpful. Thank you so much, Mr. Erlewine!
speechless!!. Your video is always amazed me with great technique, skills and knowledge. Thank you.
They don't make them like Dan anymore. Awesome stuff. I could watch him work all day.
Thank you for taking the time to share!!!!
I like people who show respect for their job. It was very useful advice, thank you!
Man do I ever appreciate this! I have a quilted-top Les Paul that I got a small ding in the dish between the bridge and rear strap button. It didn't break the surface to where the color is gone, it just compressed it a bit. I filled it with a drop of super-glue that beaded up proud of the surface, and that's as far as I went with it because I didn't know anyone I would trust to finish the job and didn't know how to do that myself until now! I feel confident enough now to do this on a practice piece of wood before I do my Les Paul. Again, THANK YOU very much for this repair lesson!! Cheers - Luther
Thanks for your EXPERT instruction for ALL these tricks and tips.
Very impressive lesson. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and experience.
Simply the best. My go-to dude for any repair or upgrade.
I'm a Brit and I love your accent! Such great info always, you , Frank Ford and bryan Kimsey ! What a gang! Thanks !
The maestro at work, thanks for the video Dan.
Always something to learn, many thanks, Dan.
Master craftsman.....I wish I had the patience to do work like this.
I am impressed by your skills!
Great video,very informative.This is the reason this guy is a legend.
You are the best. An incredible technique. Thanks for your videos ..
What a cool technique! Thanks Stewmac!
I just did this repair to a guitar, and this popped up to play after I finished. Such a great trick, when you're in a pinch or don't want to replace the whole nut over one low slot
He's so adorable. I want to watch all of his videos and learn good techniques.
Just what I needed. Thank you so much Dan!
I remember this is my second ever stewmac video I've seen.... The first one is where Dan used superglue and bone dust/baking soda to fix a deep nut slot! I love the videos and I love and have high respect for Dan....
Very awesome video! You are probably the nicest guy in the world, very sympathic. Thanks for showing this!
Wow! I am embarrassed to say that a year ago I did not know who Dan Erlewine was. OK, so now I know. We have pursued our crafts in different areas. And with what I know from fixing other "things" for many years, and seeing him at work, I offer my Deepest Respects and Thanks.
thanks for all Dan, you are the number one
This is the best drop repair video on CZcams.
That was excellent. Thank you Mr Erlewine
Amazing. I salute you, Dan.
You are wonderful and I appreciate these videos
Great video...superb results
Very nice vid. Explained and demonstrated perfectly
Well explained 👏
Always cosy to learn about guitar fixes, thanks for a great video 🎸👍
Good ol American craftsmanship right there, great video, thanks for posting.
Nicely done Mr. Dan E.
In the middle of doing a drop fill right now, loctite super glue seems to have a good bonding ability to poly finish.. again 1000 thank you's, it's a very nice experience to do your own repairs when possible, and I'll be purchasing a lot of your guys building repair supplies as well as a z file leveling beam and the 3sided file, made my own by grinding and smoothing edges but just not as nice as the one at stew Mac..
Unbelievable. So cool. Thanks. Just starting on my guitar 'repair' journey. Lots to learn.
Thanks Dan! Great video.
How wonderful! Great video. Thank you.
Dan you are so good, thank you.
Great tutorial,thanks for sharing.
Incredible. Thanks a lot for sharing that knowledge.
THAT WAS AWESOME, DUDE!!! I'm not easily impressed, but you blew my mind! More power to you!!!
digidgetnation His process and finished results blew my mind as well.
Mark Maysey What a cool dude! I don't understand how he could be certain he got the right shade of color. I mean, it wasn't off even a little!
digidgetnation He has the experience of a lifetime of knowledge,and I'm blown away every time I see him.
NoyzyBoyZ3 I wish he would teach us how to match colors as exactly as he did!
You witnessed a Master in action! I don't think that is something that can be taught,just years of experience.
Dan sure knows what he’s doing and shucks he makes it look soooo easy !
Bravo Dan !
the best guitar ding repair i ever saw thanks Dan
Absolutely FANTASTIC!!!! Just amazing technique. I am so happy to learn something valuable here, that I will use. And you better believe I will practice on junk, before fixing spots on my 1952 Martin 000-18.
Fifty years a woodworker, forty-five an instrument maker and there's always something new to learn. I could have gone to my grave without knowing this business of soaking your wet-and-dry paper--yet if I had all the money back I spent on that stuff over the years, I'd be a lot more comfortable when and if I ever retire!
cheers Dan just did this on a few checks on my 55 Hofner 456, works a treat, she looks brand new.
That acetone/colour tones stain trick is very neat ! This whole video is neat really, fantastic job ! Very informative , Cheers from 🇨🇦
I'm gonna try some of these tricks, Your the real deal, thanks
Amazing video! Didn't need to know this today, but I bookmarked it for futures sake, great explanation!
When he started I totally thought he messed that guitar up; four minutes later I was proved wrong. Great work!
Yeah, same here.
Yeah, same here.
Not gonna lie I about starting biting my thumb nail when I saw the initial sanding after the glue. lol
I saw a lot of his videos, so I initially knew that it would be really good in the end, althought it really didn't look like it
Me too. I had no faith and the more he sanded or scraped, the more I cringed. Then it turned out beautiful.
Amazing, Dan!!! Thanks!
Fantastic tutorial! Clear and understandable. Many thanks!
Great work, thanks for showing us!