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Are cleats really necessary to repair top crack?
No, but they help you get a grip with your feet while you work. Bob
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You don't need to install cleats.
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Excellent!
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I can't see how you can get your hands or a clamp in with out taking the strings off.. cleating is what I would do.. Truss rod would be best left alone.. You should check the bracing while you're at it.. Hands in the box and wiggle em' around ..Back in the day I used to use a needle to inject small amounts of glue under a loose brace..After set up I might take a look at the neck/bridge to make sure any problems that might occur are not a result of a lifted top ....retired guitar repair dude!!
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Thanks for all the continued advice, everyone...very helpful. Having glued the crack (it's still clamped), I plan to try my luck at some clests tomorrow. Will let you know how it turns out... :-)
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Success!
All,
I just wanted to follow up to let everyone know that my little hack of a repair job was a success. Between the Titebond glue along the top of the crack and the 3 small cleats I glued along the inside, it seems secure (and level) now after 24 hours of drying in the clamp. It doesn't look perfect aesthetically, but I'm quite happy with it for a 1st attempt at crack repair. Thanks again to everyone for so generously offering all the expert advice! I couldn't have done it without your help. Tom |
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Glad to help!
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