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Old 02-11-2018, 01:52 PM
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Default 2 Cracks on my Top

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https://photos.google.com/share/AF1Q...JjbmpVTTVpLWxn

Not sure if you can see this, first time posting pix. There are now two crack right below the bridge. They appear to be very fine like it's just on top on the finish only. I tried to take pix inside and there appear to be no cracks on the inside. I have been humidifying it but did not for several years. I am the original owner since 1992.

To those with a more experienced eye does this look cosmetic, or should I be very concerned? Still plays great but what should I be doing soe it does not get worse?

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Old 02-11-2018, 01:53 PM
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Looks like the pic did not come through I will try again in a little bit.
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Old 02-11-2018, 02:41 PM
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Can't see the picture. What kind of guitar is it?

One way to diagnose is to put a mirror inside the guitar. Flood the "crack" area outside with naptha (Ronsonol lighter fluid) and see if any wet spots appear on the inside of the top. If not, it is more likely just a crack in the finish. Naptha won't hurt even a nitrocellulose lacquer finish (Martin and others).
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Looks like the pic did not come through I will try again in a little bit.
Does anyone know how to post pictures from google photos?
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http://https://photos.google.com/share/AF1QipOuAi8s1Uejkhy2lp8dpUNpe-g6cwhGpjY9TSOd76fwS5pA3IymVApZlT1HJQPRbA?key=clVrY 0RiYWxjcmxWTlNHM3hkYzJjbmpVTTVpLWxn
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Can anyone access this link?

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Both your links work for me,
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Both your links work for me,
Thanks. What do you think of the cracks?
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It is difficult to say from the photos whether they are cracks in the finish or both finish and wood.

One common approach is to apply lighter fluid to the outside of the crack and look for wetness on the inside. If the lighter fluid comes through, the wood is cracked. (The lighter fluid will evaporate.)

If you are unsure, consult a local repair person.

Maintaining a suitable humidity level is required for the long-term health of your guitar. Typical values are 40 to 45% relative humidity. If you don't have a hygrometer, buy an inexpensive one so you know what actual humidity level you have where you store your guitar. Knowing the actual humidity level, you can take appropriate actions to maintain it.
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It is difficult to say from the photos whether they are cracks in the finish or both finish and wood.

One common approach is to apply lighter fluid to the outside of the crack and look for wetness on the inside. If the lighter fluid comes through, the wood is cracked. (The lighter fluid will evaporate.)

If you are unsure, consult a local repair person.

Maintaining a suitable humidity level is required for the long-term health of your guitar. Typical values are 40 to 45% relative humidity. If you don't have a hygrometer, buy an inexpensive one so you know what actual humidity level you have where you store your guitar. Knowing the actual humidity level, you can take appropriate actions to maintain it.
Thank you Charles.
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