Or, the Body Squasher, as I call it.
There was a thred a couple of months ago about methods of gluing the top and back on the rim.
I'm finally getting around to posting pictures of the method I use.
This is one of many reasons I like to use a full size radius dish on the rim, then you can use the same radius as a clamping caul.
I copied the design for this from an exhibit in the Martin Museum.
Body Assembly Jig
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Body Assembly Jig
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Re: Body Assembly Jig
That's neat JR. Does one side swivel to align with the angle of the back?
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Re: Body Assembly Jig
Yes, the top just basically floats. The vernier press screw just pushes on the center of the top frame. it automatically equalizes the pressure.Darryl Young wrote:That's neat JR. Does one side swivel to align with the angle of the back?
I didn't mention, when I actually use it, I place rubber mats between the radius dish and the top/back.
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Re: Body Assembly Jig
this works pretty good Jimmie made me one , and how he needs to make me another
John Hall
Blues Creek Guitars Inc
Authorized CF Martin Repair Center
president of Association of Stringed Instrument Artisans
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Blues Creek Guitars Inc
Authorized CF Martin Repair Center
president of Association of Stringed Instrument Artisans
http://www.bluescreekguitars.com