Fretboard fall-off

[Rickd]

That doesn't look bad at all. Most people wouldn't even notice that.

[kencierp]

I personally dislike shims that show --- this more often then not corrects the problem, please read both parts of the article:

http://www.kennethmichaelguitars.com/neckfitpart1.html

[deadedith]

Just this morning I solved the same problem on my build - a kmg 000.
After consulting with Ken, I removed about 1/16" from the bottom of the tenon, keeping that radius as smooth as I could, making sure not to alter the neck-top angle, keeping the heel nice and tight against the body.
After removing the material, I had a little sanding of the top, not much, and the f/b lays down nicely.
I thought the shim job, above, looked nice, but in this case I was able to avoid that. Your case may vary from mine, but this method might be worth your while.
Good luck!
DaveB

[Rickd]

Thanks guys. Ken, that tutorial was great, you've sold me on this type of joint. My kit came with the dovetail. It actually set too low, below the top right out of the box. I had to build it up and spent a lot of time getting it right, had to do over once. It's pretty easy to screw up the dovetail.

[kencierp]

Yeah the "dove tail" or as many us refer -- "the joint from hell"

[tippie53]

hey I like dovetails , It only take a few to master them. LOL