Some more info: copper based metals (brass) don’t rust; they form patina (oxides) Patina actually protects the metal, not destroys it. Statues that are green, brown, blue etc have a forced patina to achieve two things: (1) the color desired by the artist; (2) to protect the copper alloy. If the tubs are showing actual rust then they are likely an alloy of tin, not copper. With Ferric based metals there’s two main types of rust (oxides): one destroys (red) and one protects (black). Red oxides should never be allowed to form. A note on vinegar. It actually induces black oxide on ferric metals. It can also oxidize other alloys to various degrees. Ferric Chloride will oxidize steel to near black and almost instantly, thus preventing destructive red rust forming so fast. Ferric Chloride will dissolve copper into nothing. Do not use it on copper based alloys. It’s what we use to etch printed circuit boards. (I know all this stuff from making precious metal Jewelry and Knives etc)
@@alden2205 I don’t really wonder as people change when they get a bit of a name for themself and then mistakenly think that no one - me, who is essentially an anonymous nobody - could ever possibly know more than what they know. Often, they’ll quietly take that new information that they had no idea about and recycle it as their own, giving no credit to the source whatsoever. This type of thing is rife in the guitar and effects world. I’m not saying this is what Mike has done here, it’s just an observation in general. I know everything there is to know about setting up, maintaining, and fixing Fender offset guitars and I’ve been playing them far longer than they’ve been popular, but I mostly keep it to myself unless I can pass it on to help others who may be missing something. The only thing I’ve ever learnt about Fender guitars from Mike is his hammer vibrato arm trick. I gladly give him credit for it as I didn’t think of it and it works great.
I may not be one of your past teachers but you've been one hell of a teacher for me, Mikey. Keep up the fantastic work and live long and prosper, brother!
Ever try Barkeeper's Friend? Very, very gentle abrasive that's great for removing oxidization from metal. I even use it to clean my cymbals, in both brilliant and natural finishes.
You can also use a lemon and salt to clean up rust on brass. Cut the lemon and use it to scrub with the salt. Takes it right off without scratching. Just make sure to dry things off when youre done. Smells beter too.
This was hugely enjoyable, your attention to detail is super admirable! Those brass parts turned out especially nicely, looking forward to seeing what's to come!
Love your vids! You've helped me get my fender jag playing great, added a little shim and basically cleared every issue I was dealing with. Now to find that damn high fret. This restoration is going amazing!
Hey Mike, from one obsessive tech guy to another (amps here), I really enjoy your videos and how you present yourself. I'm in the industry, so I'm rightly jaded, but I look forward to your videos.
Yeah, important to rinse in water after treating parts with vinegar to neutralise the acid and stop it from doing damage. Of course make sure you dry it well, too, or you're just going to get rust again ;)
Super informative. I'm wondering if my terrible tuners can be improved by changing the lubrication. But they aren't grinding so much as they stick and kinda jump when I'm detuning. But I'm now excited to try this before replacing them. I guess what you've done is a bit like the hand-built amp people making sure their wiring looks beautiful. It's not visible, but it kind of fights back against our weariness over disposability - where the phone we were so excited by is in a huge trash pile in Bangladesh 5 years later. Taking care of these invisible details is spiritually satisfying in rejecting that tiresome way of consuming.
Dude I love the dedication, but you can put a wire wheel on a bench grinder 🤣 they even have different grades of how course they are! Why you working so hard!? Still though, love this. Didn’t know about this baking soda trick!
One of the things I seriously don't like with old gear is the smell of tobacco. It's not just old gear though, I few years ago I had my AC 30 repaired and left it with a guy at his home. I think his work was ok but I had to leave it in the garage for a few weeks to kill off the smell of his cigarettes. Maybe it might not annoy some people but if I bought a old guitar the case could really reek.
I just got a new Jazzmaster, MIM, and it buzzes when I don't touch the strings and the buzzing goes away when I touch the strings. There is a ground to the thimble to the back of the tone pot. Is this normal and will copper shielding tape reduce it? Thanks, I love your videos and subscribed a while ago.
“Everything’s coming up Millhouse” !!! 🤣 I hope so. I’ve done the same with chrome and had limited success with cymbals (drums) but how does Gold Plate hold up to vinegar? Thanks for another great video
I’m looking at a guitar with a string through body . The metal rings where the strings come through on the body has rust and the bridge is blueish green. Bridge I can replace or clean but the metal rings recessed into the body has me worried . Wonder if I can remove the rust and somehow reblue the metal rings like I’ve done with old shotguns.
Would just like to ask a question if you dont mind.Love your channel and always value your opinion. I brought a American pro11 jazzmaster during lockdown.my local guitar store was closed so my JM was delivered straight from fender USA to me in the UK direct I've noticed the action is quite high as you get to the higher frets and the intonation is slightly out on the 12th fret too.Are these common problems when buying a guitar straight out the factory.do you think as I do it just needs a set up.? I love the guitar.sounds amazing but plays a little awkward.my 1st guitar was a fender jaguar.i started playing 1 year ago so my knowledge about set ups and stuff is limited.🤔
have you ever tried citric acid powder in water brine. Its amazing and it will make the rust fall off. Used it to restore my classic 80s freestyle bike.
If I remember my high school chemistry correctly, vinegar + baking soda = water and CO2 and have a neutral pH nullifying the cleaning ability of each of them. But I did google this factoid before posting so I might be full of it
Vinegar has me 🤔 “What other cleaning materials might taste good?” I mean, who can blame anyone for trying tide pods. I put vinegar on all kinds of foods.
Hey Mike! I came to you earlier this year and have really enjoyed watching your offset videos. Is there a way to contact you offline? I was wondering if you would be interested in doing a set-up demo-review of a Maverik dorado that I just purchased that has couple of issues.
Hmm, I can see a lot of scratches on the trem plate chrome surface - looks like the brush damaged the surface. I myself would not use a hard brush on a chrome surface
Some more info:
copper based metals (brass) don’t rust; they form patina (oxides) Patina actually protects the metal, not destroys it. Statues that are green, brown, blue etc have a forced patina to achieve two things: (1) the color desired by the artist; (2) to protect the copper alloy.
If the tubs are showing actual rust then they are likely an alloy of tin, not copper.
With Ferric based metals there’s two main types of rust (oxides): one destroys (red) and one protects (black). Red oxides should never be allowed to form.
A note on vinegar. It actually induces black oxide on ferric metals. It can also oxidize other alloys to various degrees. Ferric Chloride will oxidize steel to near black and almost instantly, thus preventing destructive red rust forming so fast. Ferric Chloride will dissolve copper into nothing. Do not use it on copper based alloys. It’s what we use to etch printed circuit boards.
(I know all this stuff from making precious metal Jewelry and Knives etc)
fascinating, this comment needs more upvoting
Good stuff to know !
Wonder why Mike didn't acknowledge such great information. I was pretty shocked to see him using vinegar and a wire brush here
@@alden2205 I don’t really wonder as people change when they get a bit of a name for themself and then mistakenly think that no one - me, who is essentially an anonymous nobody - could ever possibly know more than what they know. Often, they’ll quietly take that new information that they had no idea about and recycle it as their own, giving no credit to the source whatsoever. This type of thing is rife in the guitar and effects world.
I’m not saying this is what Mike has done here, it’s just an observation in general.
I know everything there is to know about setting up, maintaining, and fixing Fender offset guitars and I’ve been playing them far longer than they’ve been popular, but I mostly keep it to myself unless I can pass it on to help others who may be missing something.
The only thing I’ve ever learnt about Fender guitars from Mike is his hammer vibrato arm trick. I gladly give him credit for it as I didn’t think of it and it works great.
Any man who loves Jazzmasters and Red Velvet cake is a man after my own heart.
I may not be one of your past teachers but you've been one hell of a teacher for me, Mikey. Keep up the fantastic work and live long and prosper, brother!
P.S. The dumble knobs on that POG are fucking clean, you're truly a man of class and taste
Brian thank you. I like those knobs too but on stage they're a nightmare, too shiny to see my settings!
@@Puisheen gosh, i could imagine. I've never hit the stage personally, always been a bedroom warrior myself ahahaha
@@Brannington We gotta get you out there when there's a "there" to get out to
Mike's videos are like a warm hug from a friend you haven't seen in a while
Not sure what's more impressive, the brass restoration or the title cards voiceover and playing
Thank you Dan I worked hard on those Spongebob cards
Came for ol' pal Mike and his awesome work, stayed for the velvet-vinegar tangents! Love it!
Love the voiceover work in this episode, and the editing is getting tighter too! Can't wait for the next episode!
Killing it with the outerwear in this video; we may need some sweater donning during future intros ala Fred Rogers
Ever try Barkeeper's Friend? Very, very gentle abrasive that's great for removing oxidization from metal. I even use it to clean my cymbals, in both brilliant and natural finishes.
Just used this for a similar project on a '59 jazzmaster, worked like a charm. For really bad buildup, soaking in clr really cuts through it.
Also big ups for these longer videos. I happily watch every minute.
I came to your channel for some jazzmaster goodness and stayed for your infectiously wonderful spirit. I really enjoy your content! Thanks Mike!!
You can also use a lemon and salt to clean up rust on brass. Cut the lemon and use it to scrub with the salt. Takes it right off without scratching. Just make sure to dry things off when youre done. Smells beter too.
I would rather have a tech like you with such attention to detail than have someone that do the work half-assed.
&^
You ALWAYS gotta use your whole ass, never half 😉 🤣
well duh
This was strangely therapeutic & relaxing. Thanks Mike.
An old electric toothbrush with the oscillating head is great for cleaning. Just make sure it is really no longer in use! ;)
This was hugely enjoyable, your attention to detail is super admirable! Those brass parts turned out especially nicely, looking forward to seeing what's to come!
Love your vids! You've helped me get my fender jag playing great, added a little shim and basically cleared every issue I was dealing with. Now to find that damn high fret. This restoration is going amazing!
Love love love your work ethic, dedication, philosophy and humor!! I wish every guitar tech was like you. Keep up the fantastic work.
Clean guitars are happy guitars! I say looking at my dirty instruments...
Hey Mike, from one obsessive tech guy to another (amps here), I really enjoy your videos and how you present yourself. I'm in the industry, so I'm rightly jaded, but I look forward to your videos.
This means a lot, thank you!
Does anyone else get strong vintage This Old House vibes from these videos?
Great video, seems like a lot of work to make this. Big respect!
Love it man. Huge difference between before and after.
The Bob Ross of offsets
love ur atiitude bro , freaking awesome !!!
Loved the red velvet commentary, I was having the same conversation today 😂
Yeah, important to rinse in water after treating parts with vinegar to neutralise the acid and stop it from doing damage. Of course make sure you dry it well, too, or you're just going to get rust again ;)
Perfect timing my friend.....!! Perfect timing ! :D
ps :Oh nice you came to France :)
hellow from paris ! :D
Having recently watched Cat in the Hat (2003) every time Mike says 'Ohh yeah' here is making me feel some weird amusement
haha
I love this project. This is cool. 😊
Nice work dude! 🤘
More info about sourcing a tailpiece spring that has pat. pending specs. would be incredibly useful.
love this series!
I think I have the worst neck plate ever. I will send you a pic of it on Instagram. Great video as always Mike!
Barf!
Hey Mike, always a pleasure to watch you work!
Super informative. I'm wondering if my terrible tuners can be improved by changing the lubrication. But they aren't grinding so much as they stick and kinda jump when I'm detuning. But I'm now excited to try this before replacing them.
I guess what you've done is a bit like the hand-built amp people making sure their wiring looks beautiful. It's not visible, but it kind of fights back against our weariness over disposability - where the phone we were so excited by is in a huge trash pile in Bangladesh 5 years later. Taking care of these invisible details is spiritually satisfying in rejecting that tiresome way of consuming.
That could just be a mechanical issue, sadly, but give cleaning and lubrication a try
Dude I love the dedication, but you can put a wire wheel on a bench grinder 🤣 they even have different grades of how course they are! Why you working so hard!?
Still though, love this. Didn’t know about this baking soda trick!
tooth paste works really well on brass
If you're put off by the smell of vinegar, lemon juice and salt works well.
All nice on fish & chips
One of the things I seriously don't like with old gear is the smell of tobacco.
It's not just old gear though, I few years ago I had my AC 30 repaired and left it with a guy at his home. I think his work was ok but I had to leave it in the garage for a few weeks to kill off the smell of his cigarettes.
Maybe it might not annoy some people but if I bought a old guitar the case could really reek.
I just got a new Jazzmaster, MIM, and it buzzes when I don't touch the strings and the buzzing goes away when I touch the strings. There is a ground to the thimble to the back of the tone pot. Is this normal and will copper shielding tape reduce it? Thanks, I love your videos and subscribed a while ago.
Hmmm maybe I should have another look at the those rusty klusons on my 64' jaguar.
YOU ARE A GENIUS
“Everything’s coming up Millhouse” !!! 🤣 I hope so. I’ve done the same with chrome and had limited success with cymbals (drums) but how does Gold Plate hold up to vinegar? Thanks for another great video
Gold plating will come off with just about anything. Gentle polishing with a slightly damp cloth is generally what I do
Feelin' randy and tenacious.
I’m looking at a guitar with a string through body . The metal rings where the strings come through on the body has rust and the bridge is blueish green. Bridge I can replace or clean but the metal rings recessed into the body has me worried . Wonder if I can remove the rust and somehow reblue the metal rings like I’ve done with old shotguns.
Gotta try that
Sweater is goot. Basement likes it’s inclusion in your work. This is an area that has life and endless possibilities. Enjoy...
Would just like to ask a question if you dont mind.Love your channel and always value your opinion.
I brought a American pro11 jazzmaster during lockdown.my local guitar store was closed so my JM was delivered straight from fender USA to me in the UK direct
I've noticed the action is quite high as you get to the higher frets and the intonation is slightly out on the 12th fret too.Are these common problems when buying a guitar straight out the factory.do you think as I do it just needs a set up.?
I love the guitar.sounds amazing but plays a little awkward.my 1st guitar was a fender jaguar.i started playing 1 year ago so my knowledge about set ups and stuff is limited.🤔
It's very likely it just needs a proper set up, and it's true that factory setups usually aren't ideal
have you ever tried citric acid powder in water brine. Its amazing and it will make the rust fall off. Used it to restore my classic 80s freestyle bike.
Part of the cleaning is not just cleaning. It’s doing a full evaluation of the parts.
How can i have you t shirt ? It's so cool ahah
This was basically 48 minutes of unresolved “that’s what she said” jokes, which make sense now that you’re just a short jaunt from Scranton.
I think this whole video was just a ploy to show off your sweet TNG jacket.
Ben I've been looking for a way to do this for a year
Im 100% sure you marred up that trem lock button using a needle nose on it, guess it didnt matter in the end lol
And you'd be wrong!
“You are doing fine my son” (your teacher talking) hahahaha
Does vinegar age nickel?
Love your channel! I just bought a Nash JM-63, any thoughts on them??
I do not view Nash in a positive light lol
@@Puisheen fair enough...
Hey mike check out Berch Audio - Rat’Leth pedals on reverb, I think you’ll like them and want one immediately!
You're flexing them VO skills on this episode
How do you record your audio in this episode? Boom mic?
You can spot the mic at 7:09
If I remember my high school chemistry correctly, vinegar + baking soda = water and CO2 and have a neutral pH nullifying the cleaning ability of each of them. But I did google this factoid before posting so I might be full of it
What does the “light resurfacing” of the pivot plate (@41:37) entail?
Sanding, nbd
Like that aging actress who wants to look and feel her best, this somewhat errant and even erstwhile ‘Caster finds its way to a clinic at last.
oooo steel wool buddy...
Vinegar has me 🤔 “What other cleaning materials might taste good?” I mean, who can blame anyone for trying tide pods. I put vinegar on all kinds of foods.
Surf guitar probably played in a bar next to the beach or right on the beach lol.
I feel like the baking soda neutralizes the vinegar's acid and makes it stop "working".
Is there a video focused on Pancake?
okay but we needed a *Tenacious* counter
Oh hay Mike and Mike shirt.
Oh hay taxi sweater.
Hey Mike! I came to you earlier this year and have really enjoyed watching your offset videos. Is there a way to contact you offline? I was wondering if you would be interested in doing a set-up demo-review of a Maverik dorado that I just purchased that has couple of issues.
For the moment Instagram is the best way to contact me if you're on there!
TAXISWEATER!
Hmm, I can see a lot of scratches on the trem plate chrome surface - looks like the brush damaged the surface. I myself would not use a hard brush on a chrome surface
If you watch the first part, that was there already. I did not use a wire brush on the trem plate, just a tooth brush
@@Puisheen Yeah, sorry - I re-watched the vid and indeed the scratches were there already!
@@Reolins Thanks for checking!
I've never heard of rust spreading....
Does this guy wear the same T shirt for 3 days running or just changes his top during the day?
play wear = mojo. Dirt and grime = dirt and grime.
Again, “This Old Guitar”
we all notice that you have the same t-shirt all the video.
Id rather have a fully functioning guitar than have non-working original parts.