Good news bad news Córdoba C9 - Page 2

fitness1 · #16 11-12-2014, 04:41 PM

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Originally Posted by zhunter

Probably true but it depends on what led to the truss rod failure. For example, if truss rod is glued to the neck it might be tough to heat straighten. While I wouldn't try it, a friend did it himself to an electric guitar neck that had a maxed out truss rod. He used a heat lamp and applied pressure to the neck with a furniture clamp. It came out improved but I have no idea how long the improvement lasted.

Right now, in my location, I don't know a tech that I would trust with heat pressing. Especially on an acoustic. At least not a guitar that I wasn't prepared to lose. The OP (and you) may have better choices though.

hunter

The guys at Elderly have that covered. They have a special system they use. That's why I've been using their repair shop exclusively since T.J. Thompson was there (and before actually)

The heat has to be more evenly distributed via actual contact - to the point where the glue on between the neck and the fingerboard become softened.

Christine1988 · #17 11-13-2014, 05:54 AM

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Originally Posted by FrankB2

Stripped truss rods can be repaired, if you have the right tool. Stew-Mac sells one for around $300, so ask your local tech if they possess the ability to make this repair. 1/16" relief sounds like a lot, unless you're able to lower the string height.

Can the truss rod be removed?

fitness1 · #18 11-13-2014, 06:07 AM

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Originally Posted by Christine1988

Can the truss rod be removed?

Not likely without removing the fingerboard.

Christine1988 · #19 11-13-2014, 07:26 AM

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Originally Posted by fitness1

Not likely without removing the fingerboard.

What type of glue is used to glue the fingerboard on at the factory?

fitness1 · #20 11-13-2014, 07:30 AM

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Originally Posted by Christine1988

What type of glue is used to glue the fingerboard on at the factory?

I think that's irrelevant given the repair to remove it and replace it (requiring fretwork likely) would be greater than the cost of your guitar.

Christine1988 · #21 11-13-2014, 07:59 AM

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Originally Posted by fitness1

I think that's irrelevant given the repair to remove it and replace it (requiring fretwork likely) would be greater than the cost of your guitar.

I'm curious though. What kind glue?

fitness1 · #22 11-13-2014, 08:02 AM

I doubt anyone here would know.

ukejon · #23 11-13-2014, 08:21 AM

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Originally Posted by Christine1988

I'm curious though. What kind glue?

Quite likely a commercial-grade white or yellow PVA wood glue of some sort (not hide nor epoxy) that would not be easy to reverse.

Vognell · #24 11-13-2014, 10:45 AM

Contact Cordoba. They would know better than anybody what kind of adhesives are used, and whether or not it is possible/practical to replace the truss rod.

As long as the neck relief is ok, I don't think I'd worry too much. The C9 is a great guitar, if yours sound good and plays good, then relax and enjoy it.

Christine1988 · #25 11-13-2014, 11:14 AM

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Originally Posted by Vognell

Contact Cordoba. They would know better than anybody what kind of adhesives are used, and whether or not it is possible/practical to replace the truss rod.

As long as the neck relief is ok, I don't think I'd worry too much. The C9 is a great guitar, if yours sound good and plays good, then relax and enjoy it.

That's my plan. If everything is good I won't worry about it. I'm just kind of preparing for the worst.