Fixing a small chip in a guitar finish
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- Опубліковано 26 вер 2012
- Dan Erlewine demos three of his favorite finish repair tips: super glue drop fills, Frank Ford's razor blade trick and strip-sanding with fingertip pressure.
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"It takes time. If you're too lazy to do it you won't get as good of results."
-Dan Erlewine
I believe these words can be applied on so many other aspects than "fixing a small chip in a guitar finish" perhaps in life!
What about 'sleeping'?
I wish the guitar tech that mest my guitar up heard this
I was too lazy to fix a chip on my first guitar and thirty years later it matched perfectly with the worn patina. But it did take some time.
That's one piece of advice worth millions on so many levels right there.
@@guitarjams1008 I wish you had heard it before spelling in English.
"Hey, I'll reset the neck on your guitar for free if you'll also let me professionally repair these dings on the top for free."
To where can I ship my guitars? I'll get the box...
Free doesn't include materials, finders fees, tool rental, shop space, shipping & handling, the advertising you received when I mentioned your name, plus Stew & Mac get their cut so we'll just call it an even eleven grand.
But remember, you owe me one since I did it for free!
Seein’ as how yer twistin’ my arm...
You say it was years before you knew about soaking the sandpaper for twenty-four hours (3:21). You make a video less than five minutes long and now I know it as well (that and a lot more!). That's the beauty of UA-cam! Thank you.
Just goes to show you the value of a master craftsman before the age of the internet. The world is so different now that anyone can instantaneously consult with the best and brightest minds in the whole world with the click of a button.
@@miaouew
Just goes to show wisdom comes with age but wisdom not shared is no wisdom at all and wisdom unheeded by the youth in the end is the same effect
In ancient China elders wore straw hats so when the breeze blew through it spread their wisdom over the village
a book with the same info is equally useful when transferring and applying knowledge.
@@miaouew True, but you have to compare and evaluate, because there is also a lot of bad advice and misinformation online. I'm glad to have found this channel. I haven't seen anyone else mention soaking the sand-paper, even though I specifically looked for people who were wet sanding.
I realise it’s 11 years later, but huge thanks for these excellent, no-nonsense, straight to the point ‘How to’ videos Stew Mac!
Dan is a true master craftsman.
You're one of the coolest cats. So many guys don't share their Professional tips, but for the guy like myself, to far to be a customer, too poor to hire the work out, but willing to invest the time into the artistry, you're just invaluable. Even, beyond that you give credit and respect to the guys you've picked up tips and techniques from. In doing so, you unknowing communicate that these techniques belong to craftsman / student, but should be carried forward in a tradition. In turn, I look for every opportunity to support guys like you when I'm looking for parts and such. Thank you so much!
I just tried this last night and I did everything he said to do and it really works. I'm so happy with my guitar now!
Do you have any advice or tips from your experience?
@@mermaidfeetxoxo_music I guess not...
@@marioguti9887lmao
Holy carp. I'm not entirely convinced that Dan didn't actually just switch out with a brand new guitar at some point... the transformation is just amazing!
+soupalex You can't see the dent at all when he's done! I want to try this with my guitars!
He is the best! I love learning from Dan.
Actually, he didn't give viewers a decent close look at the end result at all. The final result was all presented very quickly and hurried past. I found that the failure to allow closer examination distracted from the validity of the video.
I've been doing these types of repairs for about 20 years, and they pretty much dissappear, but it also depends on the finish and the wood. Also, really deep dings, the super glu shrinks down over time a little and leaves a divet. It's still better than a ding and to somebody just looking at the guitar, they never notice it, even the more obvious ones and they're invisible on stage.
The best part, is if it does shrink a little, you can simply repeat the process, and the second time around it usually doesn't shrink enough to notice.
Fantastic video, & fantastic delivery! No showboating or waffle, just honest facts, tips & great results. Could definitely learn a lot from you 👍
He's so adorable. I want to watch all of his videos and learn good techniques.
They don't make them like Dan anymore. Awesome stuff. I could watch him work all day.
I've been watching these videos for days now, not even needing repairs, but I am amazed how skilled Dan is.
It's insane how that super fine sandpaper made the guitar look so shiny!
I once tried to sand a little chip on my guitar to get it to smooth out, I ended up making it way bigger, and really scuffing the area around the chip. Now I know that what I need to do is keep going with higher grit sandpaper!
Excellent! This 70 year old dog just learned a new trick! Thanks for sharing your video.
The razorblade trick is just pure gold! Thanks man!
this guy is great! I ordered his book "how to make your electric guitar play great!" and it was personally signed by Dan. Awesome info and saved me a LOT of money learning how to do my own setups and repairs correctly.
thanks Dan. I'll be a customer for life.
Wow. This guy always amazes me with his old timer skills and knowledge of guitars
I used to buy the video tapes way back when. This guy is legend.
Can't tell you how much I appreciate your videos. Thank you!!!
Fifty years a woodworker, forty-five an instrument maker and there's always something new to learn. I could have gone to my grave without knowing this business of soaking your wet-and-dry paper--yet if I had all the money back I spent on that stuff over the years, I'd be a lot more comfortable when and if I ever retire!
That is one brilliant video Mr. I just love to see how people do stuff. It's usually a mixture of know-how, patience & equipment. Thank you very much.
Thank you once again Dan! I bought a little lap steel guitar that came with a chip in the finish. I thought I might send it back but instead I will repair it thanks to this super easy method of finish repair.
Dan your knowledge and skills are "over the top", thank you for sharing!
Just what I needed!
Thank you Dan, for the very clear and concise video on chip repair!
I dont do much work on guitars but I love your videos because you have lots of cool tricks that can be applied to all kinds of woodworking and or repairs.
This is The BEST "how to video" I have seen on You Tube ever....Thanks for being so generous with your time and knowledge.
You are a master ! Thank you from the bottom of my heart! It is a pleasure watching someone like you work and express himself.
Man do I ever appreciate this! I have a quilted-top Les Paul that I got a small ding in the dish between the bridge and rear strap button. It didn't break the surface to where the color is gone, it just compressed it a bit. I filled it with a drop of super-glue that beaded up proud of the surface, and that's as far as I went with it because I didn't know anyone I would trust to finish the job and didn't know how to do that myself until now! I feel confident enough now to do this on a practice piece of wood before I do my Les Paul. Again, THANK YOU very much for this repair lesson!! Cheers - Luther
I don't even own an acoustic and I've been watching these repair vids for the past hour or so. kind of soothing
I've been restoring antique furniture for the past 45 years. I was very impressed with you video. Thanks for showing and sharing your techniques and tips. Well done!
Wow! I am embarrassed to say that a year ago I did not know who Dan Erlewine was. OK, so now I know. We have pursued our crafts in different areas. And with what I know from fixing other "things" for many years, and seeing him at work, I offer my Deepest Respects and Thanks.
This guy gives so much great information. I love the extra tips like soaking the sandpaper overnight and the double sided tape to attatch the sandpaper to the block! Thanks Dan! And the finished chip looks amazing too...
Mr. Dan is a True Master. I Love learning from him. Bought 2 of his Guitar Repair & Maintenance books. Highly recommend.
This is the best drop repair video on UA-cam.
Thanks, Stewart. I do the all the detail and integral color plaster repairs in a company's new high end homes. Been doing it 20 years. Any piece of information like that is a real gift to me.
I love guitars, the design, the magic, the story, the sound and the art of repair it ... Stewart is the best , how can we imagine make this fix this way? Amazing
Outstanding! Very useful technique. Thank you for sharing Mr Erlewine.
Legend. I've learned so much from this guy over the years.
What a wonderful learning experience watching all your videos! Thank you sir!
Good ol American craftsmanship right there, great video, thanks for posting.
Thanks for taking the time to make and post videos, along with your trade secrets new letter. Seeing repairs done helps reafirm that I'm doing things the right way.
Thank you for taking the time to share!!!!
You are so humble in your tutorials I just subscribed and I can't wait to see more I love it I put guitar going on 20 years and just picked up an old electric classical that needs a neck repair
Thanks, the kid next door threw a lego person at my guitar.
Thisstatementisfalse "a lego person" hahahhaha
My kids' have Lego pieces that are 'people' types...i.e. a worker, a Dr. etc. what's the haha about?
I guess it's only fair that you throw your guitar at the kid ;D
+Joe Heasley it's called minifigures
How do you think it got the chip?
This guy is awesome , great work here .
Amazing. I remember reading his column in Guitar Player magazine back in the 80's- just a wealth of knowledge. Thank you sir!
Extremely helpful. Thank you so much, Mr. Erlewine!
I like people who show respect for their job. It was very useful advice, thank you!
I have been following Dan's great repair advice since the early 80's and Dan has never steered me wrong.
Stew Mac my be kinda expensive compared to some suppliers but I have always recieved top quality parts from Stew Mac which gave my builds and repairs quality results.
Thank you Dan and Stew Mac for your years of quality service to the stringed instrument industry.
Dan is the man. Awesome.
THAT WAS AWESOME, DUDE!!! I'm not easily impressed, but you blew my mind! More power to you!!!
digidgetnation His process and finished results blew my mind as well.
Mark Maysey What a cool dude! I don't understand how he could be certain he got the right shade of color. I mean, it wasn't off even a little!
digidgetnation He has the experience of a lifetime of knowledge,and I'm blown away every time I see him.
NoyzyBoyZ3 I wish he would teach us how to match colors as exactly as he did!
You witnessed a Master in action! I don't think that is something that can be taught,just years of experience.
A video for those of us that don’t like and won’t buy “Relic” guitars!
Great vid!
I did this on a gnarly ukulele chip today and had amazing results! It’s like nothing was ever there! Thanks, Dan.
What a cool technique! Thanks Stewmac!
MacDonald pulls a lot of good info together, explains it with a straightforward manner and includes ideas I can use elsewhere in my projects. Thanks!
I have a 1960/70's DIA 12 string acoustic I want to repair, It was my dads guitar. This channel is giving me hope that it can be done & I will repair it one day thanks for the valuable insights that go into the various repairs.
Thanks for your EXPERT instruction for ALL these tricks and tips.
When he started I totally thought he messed that guitar up; four minutes later I was proved wrong. Great work!
Yeah, same here.
Yeah, same here.
Not gonna lie I about starting biting my thumb nail when I saw the initial sanding after the glue. lol
I saw a lot of his videos, so I initially knew that it would be really good in the end, althought it really didn't look like it
Me too. I had no faith and the more he sanded or scraped, the more I cringed. Then it turned out beautiful.
People who take that much pride in their work. 🖤👌🏻
Always something to learn, many thanks, Dan.
Nicely done Mr. Dan E.
Sir, you are such a knowledgeable professional. Thanks to you and Stew Mac for your educational videos.
The maestro at work, thanks for the video Dan.
Thanks so much! Repaired the paint on my Les Paul headstock following this video and it looks phenomenal again!
This is the video I've been looking for. Thanks StewMac
That was excellent. Thank you Mr Erlewine
I'm amazed at his abilities every time I see one of these videos! He's certainly correct when he says,if you're lazy,it's not going to come out right,it's tedious,time consuming,and even thought I would love to be able to do this on my guitars,I don't have the patience.
Amazing. I salute you, Dan.
What an amazing video, I appreciate each and every one of them. Very concise and perfectly done, I agree take the time to build the tools of the trade. Enjoyed the strip sanding, the filling acetone liquid color stain, and of course the superglue.
Very impressive lesson. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and experience.
Love that razor blade & tape trick. I'm also gonna rem to long soak my sandpaper. And you're so right about laziness & rushing makes your results suffer. It seems like every time I rush or cut a corner, I almost immediately regret it and end up rushing again to try to fix that. I'm learning that patience, research, planning and always using the right tool for the job are the virtues of guitar repair. BTW, Your videos are gold, Thanks so much!
Thanks for taking the time to show your techniques on finish repair. Think I'll start with a cheap guitar that nobody cares about (although no guitar should be neglected) and try this out myself. Thanks again!
Very nice vid. Explained and demonstrated perfectly
I am sure Dan heard this a million times but he is the real deal!!! He's a Jeff Beck a Jimmy Page or whoever is your legend. He is generous and kind and easy to understand. thank you Mr. Erlewine. I wonder if he has schools?
Just what I needed. Thank you so much Dan!
Thanks Dan! Great video.
I’m 17 and want to become a luthier as my profession and these videos are really helpful
Great video...superb results
That was incredible.
Simply the best. My go-to dude for any repair or upgrade.
thanks for all Dan, you are the number one
Master craftsman.....I wish I had the patience to do work like this.
I am impressed by your skills!
Dan you are so good, thank you.
You are the best. An incredible technique. Thanks for your videos ..
Excellent video.
Nice work, sir.
You are wonderful and I appreciate these videos
the best guitar ding repair i ever saw thanks Dan
I'm not a luthier but this kinda video always make my day.
Great tutorial,thanks for sharing.
Great video,very informative.This is the reason this guy is a legend.
Thank you so much, simple and straightforward
speechless!!. Your video is always amazed me with great technique, skills and knowledge. Thank you.
This video wins for the most amount of useful information packed into a mere 4 minutes.
Amazing! Super skills. This is very appreciated.
Great work, thanks for showing us!
Well explained 👏
Always cosy to learn about guitar fixes, thanks for a great video 🎸👍
Gotta love those little tricks. Nice!
nice work Stu.
Unbelievable. So cool. Thanks. Just starting on my guitar 'repair' journey. Lots to learn.