LK155 Posted September 22, 2018 Share Posted September 22, 2018 I've somehow amassed a fair number of spare guitar parts in the last few years. And now that I'm mostly retired, there's lots of time for constructive projects like this. (Those of you already retired, or partly retired, will instantly recognise how utterly ridiculous that statement is.) So I gathered together some stuff today just to see what I have, and I can't see this being a huge deal to assemble a guitar. I mean, I've been on ten PSP factory tours in a row, and it doesn't look all that tough. As you can plainly see, I have the majority of the parts already. I even have strings. Just need to look for a few minor items, then, um, put them together. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spectrum13 Posted September 22, 2018 Share Posted September 22, 2018 Just get a set of tuners, strings and a tailpiece..go to go Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gitfiddler Posted September 22, 2018 Share Posted September 22, 2018 Instead of a guitar, why not create an artsy-fartsy "Heritage Man"? Just rearrange and add a few parts for arms and legs, then frame him for wall art. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HANGAR18 Posted September 23, 2018 Share Posted September 23, 2018 An electric mandolin might be easier. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kbp810 Posted September 23, 2018 Share Posted September 23, 2018 Just add some glue, and wallah! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steiner Posted September 23, 2018 Share Posted September 23, 2018 You're gonna need more maple! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TalismanRich Posted September 23, 2018 Share Posted September 23, 2018 I like the idea of a short scale neck. Who needs more than 5 frets anyway. As for having spare time after retirement, its simply not true. I'm trying to spend more time improving my health, so after watching Dr Phil, Dr Oz, The Doctors, and General Hospital there's not much day left! I am hoping to find time to work on my law degree. There seem to be some excellent classes on jurisprudence during the day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pressure Posted September 23, 2018 Share Posted September 23, 2018 Rich get an opinion from Doctor Wendel Corey. That should fix you right up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
High Flying Bird Posted September 23, 2018 Share Posted September 23, 2018 2 hours ago, TalismanRich said: As for having spare time after retirement, its simply not true. I'm trying to spend more time improving my health, so after watching Dr Phil, Dr Oz, The Doctors, and General Hospital there's not much day left! Just burned two pieces of rosemary and killed a chicken and spilled it's blood on your photo. You should be fine in a few days. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pressure Posted September 23, 2018 Share Posted September 23, 2018 If you need a short finger tailpiece to complete the build call Peter at ABM in Germany he'll fix you right up in about 12 weeks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LK155 Posted September 23, 2018 Author Share Posted September 23, 2018 19 hours ago, Gitfiddler said: Instead of a guitar, why not create an artsy-fartsy "Heritage Man"? Just rearrange and add a few parts for arms and legs, then frame him for wall art. OK, how about this? Not much I could do about the thick eyebrows. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HANGAR18 Posted September 23, 2018 Share Posted September 23, 2018 In no time at all you'll be able to play like these evil guitar minions. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gitfiddler Posted September 23, 2018 Share Posted September 23, 2018 3 hours ago, LK155 said: OK, how about this? Not much I could do about the thick eyebrows. Ha ha! Well done, Lyle! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LK155 Posted September 23, 2018 Author Share Posted September 23, 2018 Gitfiddler, I'm really glad you suggested a Heritage MAN. Couldn't find all the parts I would need for a Heritage woman. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Millennium Maestro Posted September 23, 2018 Share Posted September 23, 2018 If anyone finds a Heritage woman... Send her my way! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AP515 Posted September 23, 2018 Share Posted September 23, 2018 52 minutes ago, Millennium Maestro said: If anyone finds a Heritage woman... Send her my way! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DetroitBlues Posted September 23, 2018 Share Posted September 23, 2018 First Heritage Uke Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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HANGAR18 Posted September 28, 2018 Share Posted September 28, 2018 Today on Craigslist, I saw a guy trying to sell a home made electric guitar which was made from a 1 gallon antique gasoline can and an Epiphone stripped and sanded neck. This of course gave me an idea. What if I just buy a complete neck and then find something completely ridiculous to build a guitar out of? I already have a bunch of very good pickups and electronics parts which I took out of other guitars, no one want to buy them and they aren't doing anything else. All I need to do is decide what to make the body out of. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tulk1 Posted September 29, 2018 Share Posted September 29, 2018 Big Bob made one out of paper mache, a few years back. That kinda opens it up for just about anything for the body. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brentrocks Posted September 29, 2018 Share Posted September 29, 2018 Lyle....I have lots of faith in your abilities Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DavesNotHere Posted September 29, 2018 Share Posted September 29, 2018 You have a good start. This could get you to the finish line. https://reverb.com/item/15140750-heritage-stat-1989-unfinished Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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