The Tolex Tutorial

[Casey4s]

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I lost my hosting in 2008 for my Tolex Tutorial. But I have revised it and got excellent hosting in the way of an article. I got a lot of requests to eveive it so here it is.

I don't know if very many guys here have seen the original 1998 version but this is better laid out.

I don't get paid by them BTW.

http://www.guitarkitbuilder.com/content ... er-cabinet

[Lonely Raven]

I remember reading that a few years ago. Great tutorial!

[Casey4s]

Thanks,

[BobW]

Thanks Casey, I used it years ago as well, and it really helped out!

[Deric]

Me too!!

Thanks!

[billyz]

Hide Glue and Finger joints ! otherwise good.

[Casey4s]

Hide Glue and Finger joints ! otherwise good.

I use box joints to build most cabinets for myself. But if a cabinet is going to be covered a simple butt joint properly done will work fine for those without the tools or skill sets to achieve those or dovetails.

Hide glue is making a comeback. When I was a kid (1950's) my dad used hide glue for some things and it smelled like roasted road kill. But I understand some of the new stuff isn't near as bad. I might try the hide glue myself next time just for grins.

[billyz]

Hide Glue and Finger joints ! otherwise good.

I use box joints to build most cabinets for myself. But if a cabinet is going to be covered a simple butt joint properly done will work fine for those without the tools or skill sets to achieve those or dovetails.

Hide glue is making a comeback. When I was a kid (1950's) my dad used hide glue for some things and it smelled like roasted road kill. But I understand some of the new stuff isn't near as bad. I might try the hide glue myself next time just for grins.

Hide glue is really easier to work than contact cement. You can use an old electric skillet to heat it, or I have a hot glue pot. Moser pearls are the best unless you have access to the big chunks of gelatinous stuff(commercial grade). I have not noticed any foul smell, except old stuff that smells like dirty socks,a little. There really are no fumes.

[Reeltarded]

You are going to think I am kidding..

Rabbit is sweeter, but opposum sticks better.

[billyz]

You are going to think I am kidding..

Rabbit is sweeter, but opposum sticks better.

How do you know what you are getting ? I have noticed some are much better for tolexing , like "Moser". The fancy stuff from Stewmac is lighter in color and does not work as well. I would not know which is sweeter as I don't lick my brush.

[Drumslinger]

oh yeah, i remember this tutorial. many thanks for this Casey.

[Casey4s]

Here's a couple more DIY links for you.

Chassis:
http://www.guitarkitbuilder.com/content ... er-chassis

Turret boards:
http://www.guitarkitbuilder.com/content ... nstruction

[Reeltarded]

You are going to think I am kidding..

Rabbit is sweeter, but opposum sticks better.

How do you know what you are getting ? I have noticed some are much better for tolexing , like "Moser". The fancy stuff from Stewmac is lighter in color and does not work as well. I would not know which is sweeter as I don't lick my brush.

SMac sells bovine glue. I've bought rabbit labled as such, and possum comes from a friend with some crazy connections. Possum also contains some squirrel, and pets. It's processed roadkill.

You are right. The darker crystal is the stronger glue. The darker glue is burned though.