Case color change

[gjtoth]

I know this has been discussed before, but I'll be darned if I can find the thread now.

When I purchased my Martin 000X1 a couple of months back it came with a HSC. The case that came with it says it is a RTKL, 3-ply, 12C0012 000 - X-Hippie case. As you may know the color is "different". It's not TOO bad with the case closed, but open that case and





I'm wondering if there is a way to change colors to something that doesn't hurt my eyes. Anyone know/recommend a spray or sponged-on dye that I can use that will not screw up the guitar or the case?

[Tomm Williams]

WOW..................

I've tried various finishes on guitar cabs which should be similar and found nothing that sticks. Decent new cases can be had for around $100 and I see used cases on CL for half that.

[gjtoth]

Originally Posted by Tomm Williams

WOW..................

I've tried various finishes on guitar cabs which should be similar and found nothing that sticks. Decent new cases can be had for around $100 and I see used cases on CL for half that.

I was sort of hoping to avoid that, but that may be the only option.

[John Arnold]

Unless you want the color to transfer to your guitar, I would advise you to not try to color the lining.
Believe it or not, there are some who think those colors are just fine. In that light, I would just sell it or trade it for one with more boring colors.
BTW, black cases are the most popular, but a light-colored exterior is cooler if the sun shines on it.

[gjtoth]

Originally Posted by John Arnold

Unless you want the color to transfer to your guitar, I would advise you to not try to color the lining.
Believe it or not, there are some who think those colors are just fine. In that light, I would just sell it or trade it for one with more boring colors.
BTW, black cases are the most popular, but a light-colored exterior is cooler if the sun shines on it.

I can deal with the lining. It stays closed most of the time. But, I sure don't like that yellow exterior and when the case is open,

[arie]

if you go camo, nobody will even know it's there...

[RoosterX]

Wow - was that case made for Martin's new Ronald McDonald signature OM-28?




Seriously though, it's certainly different and I'd probably keep it because it's weird and funky and kind of retro-cool.

If I didn't like it, I'd sell it privately and pick up a black Martin case to replace it.

Best of luck to you.

[joe white]

Originally Posted by gjtoth

I can deal with the lining. It stays closed most of the time. But, I sure don't like that yellow exterior

I'm not sure what that case is covered with but if you turn to automotive finishes, there are many brands of finish designed to adhere to vinyl and plastics. I have changed the color of interior parts both hard and soft with great results. Sem offers many adhesion promoters and color options for several different industries. http://www.semproducts.com/

I forgot to mention, it sort of looks tweed and I like that.

[Jim.S]

Like Joe said, you can get spray cans made for vinyl, I have used them on motorcycle seats and it is pretty good (sticks well) it will abrade off but is fairly tough. If you were just around the corner I would just buy the case off you, looks great and I don't like a black cases for the reason John pointed out.

[bnjp]

My suggestion? Cover it with stickers!

[Quickstep192]

I like it! But, if I didn't, I'd try to sell or trade it for one I liked rather than try to paint it, but at the end of the day, it's just a case. It'll probably fade in time and with exposure to sunlight.

[Pick guard]

Why not just sell it to one of the many x-hippies on this forum? It would go perfectly with their Vanagon.

[gjtoth]

Originally Posted by joe white

I'm not sure what that case is covered with but if you turn to automotive finishes, there are many brands of finish designed to adhere to vinyl and plastics. I have changed the color of interior parts both hard and soft with great results. Sem offers many adhesion promoters and color options for several different industries. http://www.semproducts.com/

I forgot to mention, it sort of looks tweed and I like that.

Originally Posted by Jim.S

Like Joe said, you can get spray cans made for vinyl, I have used them on motorcycle seats and it is pretty good (sticks well) it will abrade off but is fairly tough. If you were just around the corner I would just buy the case off you, looks great and I don't like a black cases for the reason John pointed out.

Originally Posted by bnjp

My suggestion? Cover it with stickers!

Originally Posted by Quickstep192

I like it! But, if I didn't, I'd try to sell or trade it for one I liked rather than try to paint it, but at the end of the day, it's just a case. It'll probably fade in time and with exposure to sunlight.

Originally Posted by Pick guard

Why not just sell it to one of the many x-hippies on this forum? It would go perfectly with their Vanagon.

Thanks for the suggestions. In regards to the paints: Has anyone tried this? I was headed this way but thought I'd check with TKL. They advise against it because it might affect the guitar's finish. Well, it doesn't HAVE a finish. It's a Martin 000X1. Top is natural spruce with HPL B/S and a StratoBond neck. So, what could there be to affect? Just bouncing out some thoughts.

As far as stickers... I'm thinking (depending on the color patterns of the stickers), it could make things worse.

Any X-hippies want to buy this thing?

[John Arnold]

Top is natural spruce

The top does have a sealer on it.

[fazool]

Not worth it, too risky and will likely not come out as well as might be hoped.

Sell the case for $50

Buy a brand new case from MF for $80


For $30 and zero time and effort you get a black on black case.