57 Custom replica Build - Page 2

TKOjams · 09-18-2011, 02:42 PM

And we're off!!

TKOjams · 09-18-2011, 06:25 PM

mahogany top

body out of the clamps.

I'm headed off to Foxwoods for three days so Mrs. jams and I can get away from the kids, pull some handles and celebrate our anniversary.

Twelve years.

Now I feel really old.

So, they'll be no progress for a while.

Archer · 09-18-2011, 08:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TKOjams

Headed off to Foxwoods for three days so Mrs. jams and I can get away from the kids, pull some handles and celebrate our anniversary.

Twelve years.

Now I feel really old.

So, they'll be no progress for a while.

Not on the guitar at least

ahthankyou.

Have a good time! And nice build so far.

TKOjams · 09-18-2011, 08:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Archer

Not on the guitar at least

ahthankyou.

Have a good time! And nice build so far.

Thank you kind Sir.

TKOjams · 09-23-2011, 01:11 PM

Well, this build may progress faster than my others, and then come to a screeching halt.

I just got laid off from my job after seven years so, I'll have a lot of time to work on it.
Unfortunately, I'll have to use the $500. I've saving up for this build so far, by quitting smoking, bringing my lunch and coffee form home to work over the past six months for the household expenses.
Anyway, all I can say is....... F#ck it, life goes on right?

So, for now let's get building!

Cut the body out and hit it with the spindle sander.

pulaifax · 09-23-2011, 01:17 PM

looking good, sorry to hear about the job situation

TKOjams · 09-23-2011, 01:23 PM

So far, I used Poplar, Redwood, and Walnut on my previous builds. This is the first build where I've used Mahogany, this stuff is a dream to work with.

fatdaddypreacher · 09-23-2011, 01:52 PM

really hate to hear about the job deal...but like they say--whatever doesn't kill you only makes you tuffer. i'm counting on better things for you because of it.

will follow this build like watching a ketchup commercial, with great anticipation. (i know most of you guys were'nt around to know about that)

TKOjams · 09-23-2011, 08:51 PM

Thanks guys

But for now, let's keep focused on the task at hand.

Getting ready for the cap, which I'll do tomorrow.

pwhite · 09-23-2011, 09:14 PM

I feel your pain I got laid off from a jod 4 years ago after being there 9 years. I got the call on Wednesday night from my supervisor that Friday would be my last day. He was a good guy and I enjoyed working for him, couldn't say the same for the company though. The next Monday I strapped on my tool belt and went to swinging a hammer for a living, which was hard after being a computer field tech for 9 years ,but I did what I had to do. Now 2 more jobs later I am better off than I have ever been working in IT for a Hospital. It will be better days ahead, just don't be afraid to ask for what you want, I sat back for 9 years and took whatever was offered to me but not anymore.

shtdaprdtr · 09-24-2011, 07:16 AM

Got laid off 2 years ago...got called back after 2 months and got a promotion.
......same pay though

TKOjams · 09-24-2011, 11:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by shtdaprdtr

Got laid off 2 years ago...got called back after 2 months and got a promotion.
......same pay though

TKOjams · 09-27-2011, 10:09 AM

Making some headway on the body, I took the bookmatched Mahogany top to a local wood supplier and had it planed. They were very nice and did the job for free. They have a great supply of hard maple including flamed, quilted, birdseye, and plain. I will be spending some money with them in the future.

cap planed up.

nothing to do now but, wait.

TKOjams · 09-27-2011, 10:42 PM

Tomorow it might get carved

I just noticed this was my 4000th. post.
God I need to get a like.

Bruiser74 · 09-27-2011, 10:58 PM

Coming along nicely!
Sorry bout the job man!

TKOjams · 09-27-2011, 10:59 PM

It seens a shame to cover up this wood with black lacquer but, ya gotta do what ya gotta do.

TKOjams · 09-27-2011, 11:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bruiser74

Coming along nicely!
Sorry bout the job man!

Thanks Dude, shit happens

Life goes on.

Bruiser74 · 09-28-2011, 08:16 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TKOjams

Thanks Dude, shit happens

Life goes on.

Yep, been there done that too.

This is gonna be a cool build.
Any surprises or are you sticking to 57 Custom specs?

TKOjams · 09-28-2011, 08:21 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bruiser74

Yep, been there done that too.

This is gonna be a cool build.
Any surprises or are you sticking to 57 Custom specs?

Nope, no suprises. Then again, ya never know what could happen.

PoorMan · 09-29-2011, 11:45 AM

In.

Where did you source the mahogany for the cap?

lanniepig · 09-29-2011, 11:57 AM

Can't wait to see what you pull off for your own personal build. Everything so far has been extremely impressive. I'll definitely be following the build.

TKOjams · 09-29-2011, 01:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by PoorMan

In.

Where did you source the mahogany for the cap?

20 bucks on ebay

TKOjams · 09-29-2011, 01:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lanniepig

Can't wait to see what you pull off for your own personal build. Everything so far has been extremely impressive. I'll definitely be following the build.

thank you Sir

I hope I can scrape up the cash to finish it.

PoorMan · 09-29-2011, 03:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TKOjams

20 bucks on ebay

Nice!

TKOjams · 09-29-2011, 10:43 PM

I just picked up a LP Custom HS overlay, ebony FB and 5ply pick guard today.

I already have the TRC, block inlays, PG bracket and screws, selector switch and full electronics, strap locks and pickups(2 humbuckers) stashed away.

I've been planning this build for a while actually, and collecting parts on the sly.

All I have left to get is the binding, black and clear lacquers, bridge and tailpiece, pup rings and screws and tuners, but that stuff will have to wait.
That's it for now.

Rock Johnson · 09-29-2011, 11:09 PM

TKO, what made you decide to do a maple cap instead of an all mahogany body?

Jessenoah · 09-29-2011, 11:28 PM

do you have the inlays per 50s specs, with the last 3 inlays the same size?

TKOjams · 09-30-2011, 02:15 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rock Johnson

TKO, what made you decide to do a maple cap instead of an all mahogany body?

it is a mahogany top

TKOjams · 09-30-2011, 02:20 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by myspace.com/jessenoah

do you have the inlays per 50s specs, with the last 3 inlays the same size?

same as these,

If they differ, I'll fix that apon install.

TKOjams · 09-30-2011, 10:31 PM

So, I've been studying pictures and videos of original 57 customs. I've noticed that due to the multi lam binding, it looks as if the recurve is closer to the outer edge of the waist but it isn't really. They seem faily consistant with other '50's pauls. They all differ slightly as they were all carved by hand so, I believe Ex's carve templates will work just fine.

09-18-2011, 02:42 PM	#31 (permalink)
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09-18-2011, 06:25 PM	#32 (permalink)
TKOjams Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Connecticut Posts: 9,548 Thanks: 92 Thanked 177 Times in 54 Posts	Re: 57 Custom replica Build mahogany top body out of the clamps. I'm headed off to Foxwoods for three days so Mrs. jams and I can get away from the kids, pull some handles and celebrate our anniversary. Twelve years. Now I feel really old. So, they'll be no progress for a while. __________________ Flametop Special Build - Carvetop Doublecut Build - '57 Custom BB Replica Build - '56-ish Flame Top Build - Boudreau Celia build - Lefty Walnut Les Paul Build

09-23-2011, 01:11 PM	#35 (permalink)
TKOjams Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Connecticut Posts: 9,548 Thanks: 92 Thanked 177 Times in 54 Posts	Re: 57 Custom replica Build Well, this build may progress faster than my others, and then come to a screeching halt. I just got laid off from my job after seven years so, I'll have a lot of time to work on it. Unfortunately, I'll have to use the $500. I've saving up for this build so far, by quitting smoking, bringing my lunch and coffee form home to work over the past six months for the household expenses. Anyway, all I can say is....... F#ck it, life goes on right? So, for now let's get building! Cut the body out and hit it with the spindle sander. __________________ Flametop Special Build - Carvetop Doublecut Build - '57 Custom BB Replica Build - '56-ish Flame Top Build - Boudreau Celia build - Lefty Walnut Les Paul Build

09-23-2011, 01:17 PM	#36 (permalink)
pulaifax Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 122 Thanks: 7 Thanked 6 Times in 3 Posts	Re: 57 Custom replica Build looking good, sorry to hear about the job situation

09-23-2011, 01:23 PM	#37 (permalink)
TKOjams Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Connecticut Posts: 9,548 Thanks: 92 Thanked 177 Times in 54 Posts	Re: 57 Custom replica Build So far, I used Poplar, Redwood, and Walnut on my previous builds. This is the first build where I've used Mahogany, this stuff is a dream to work with. __________________ Flametop Special Build - Carvetop Doublecut Build - '57 Custom BB Replica Build - '56-ish Flame Top Build - Boudreau Celia build - Lefty Walnut Les Paul Build

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09-23-2011, 01:52 PM	#38 (permalink)
fatdaddypreacher V.I.P. Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: central louisiana Posts: 2,906 Thanks: 4 Thanked 24 Times in 8 Posts	Re: 57 Custom replica Build really hate to hear about the job deal...but like they say--whatever doesn't kill you only makes you tuffer. i'm counting on better things for you because of it. will follow this build like watching a ketchup commercial, with great anticipation. (i know most of you guys were'nt around to know about that)

09-23-2011, 08:51 PM	#39 (permalink)
TKOjams Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Connecticut Posts: 9,548 Thanks: 92 Thanked 177 Times in 54 Posts	Re: 57 Custom replica Build Thanks guys But for now, let's keep focused on the task at hand. Getting ready for the cap, which I'll do tomorrow. __________________ Flametop Special Build - Carvetop Doublecut Build - '57 Custom BB Replica Build - '56-ish Flame Top Build - Boudreau Celia build - Lefty Walnut Les Paul Build

09-23-2011, 09:14 PM	#40 (permalink)
pwhite Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: South Carolina Posts: 627 Thanks: 1 Thanked 13 Times in 9 Posts	Re: 57 Custom replica Build I feel your pain I got laid off from a jod 4 years ago after being there 9 years. I got the call on Wednesday night from my supervisor that Friday would be my last day. He was a good guy and I enjoyed working for him, couldn't say the same for the company though. The next Monday I strapped on my tool belt and went to swinging a hammer for a living, which was hard after being a computer field tech for 9 years ,but I did what I had to do. Now 2 more jobs later I am better off than I have ever been working in IT for a Hospital. It will be better days ahead, just don't be afraid to ask for what you want, I sat back for 9 years and took whatever was offered to me but not anymore.

09-24-2011, 07:16 AM	#41 (permalink)
shtdaprdtr Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: new york Posts: 3,079 Thanks: 2 Thanked 29 Times in 14 Posts	Re: 57 Custom replica Build Got laid off 2 years ago...got called back after 2 months and got a promotion. ......same pay though

09-27-2011, 10:09 AM	#43 (permalink)
TKOjams Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Connecticut Posts: 9,548 Thanks: 92 Thanked 177 Times in 54 Posts	Re: 57 Custom replica Build Making some headway on the body, I took the bookmatched Mahogany top to a local wood supplier and had it planed. They were very nice and did the job for free. They have a great supply of hard maple including flamed, quilted, birdseye, and plain. I will be spending some money with them in the future. cap planed up. nothing to do now but, wait. __________________ Flametop Special Build - Carvetop Doublecut Build - '57 Custom BB Replica Build - '56-ish Flame Top Build - Boudreau Celia build - Lefty Walnut Les Paul Build

09-27-2011, 10:42 PM	#44 (permalink)
TKOjams Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Connecticut Posts: 9,548 Thanks: 92 Thanked 177 Times in 54 Posts	Re: 57 Custom replica Build Tomorow it might get carved I just noticed this was my 4000th. post. God I need to get a like. cooljuk, jp litch, RICH/CANADA and 4 others like this. __________________ Flametop Special Build - Carvetop Doublecut Build - '57 Custom BB Replica Build - '56-ish Flame Top Build - Boudreau Celia build - Lefty Walnut Les Paul Build Last edited by TKOjams; 09-27-2011 at 11:17 PM.

09-27-2011, 10:58 PM	#45 (permalink)
Bruiser74 Bartlett Retrospec Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Posts: 1,038 Thanks: 96 Thanked 2 Times in 1 Post	Re: 57 Custom replica Build Coming along nicely! Sorry bout the job man!

09-27-2011, 10:59 PM	#46 (permalink)
TKOjams Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Connecticut Posts: 9,548 Thanks: 92 Thanked 177 Times in 54 Posts	Re: 57 Custom replica Build It seens a shame to cover up this wood with black lacquer but, ya gotta do what ya gotta do. __________________ Flametop Special Build - Carvetop Doublecut Build - '57 Custom BB Replica Build - '56-ish Flame Top Build - Boudreau Celia build - Lefty Walnut Les Paul Build Last edited by TKOjams; 09-28-2011 at 08:15 AM.

09-29-2011, 11:45 AM	#50 (permalink)
PoorMan Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: SoCal Posts: 1,128 Thanks: 29 Thanked 4 Times in 3 Posts	Re: 57 Custom replica Build In. Where did you source the mahogany for the cap?

09-29-2011, 11:57 AM	#51 (permalink)
lanniepig Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Jasper Posts: 188 Thanks: 3 Thanked 2 Times in 1 Post	Re: 57 Custom replica Build Can't wait to see what you pull off for your own personal build. Everything so far has been extremely impressive. I'll definitely be following the build.

09-29-2011, 10:43 PM	#55 (permalink)
TKOjams Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Connecticut Posts: 9,548 Thanks: 92 Thanked 177 Times in 54 Posts	Re: 57 Custom replica Build I just picked up a LP Custom HS overlay, ebony FB and 5ply pick guard today. I already have the TRC, block inlays, PG bracket and screws, selector switch and full electronics, strap locks and pickups(2 humbuckers) stashed away. I've been planning this build for a while actually, and collecting parts on the sly. All I have left to get is the binding, black and clear lacquers, bridge and tailpiece, pup rings and screws and tuners, but that stuff will have to wait. That's it for now. __________________ Flametop Special Build - Carvetop Doublecut Build - '57 Custom BB Replica Build - '56-ish Flame Top Build - Boudreau Celia build - Lefty Walnut Les Paul Build

09-29-2011, 11:09 PM	#56 (permalink)
Rock Johnson Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Belmont, Wisconsin Posts: 1,095 Thanks: 0 Thanked 4 Times in 2 Posts	Re: 57 Custom replica Build TKO, what made you decide to do a maple cap instead of an all mahogany body?

09-29-2011, 11:28 PM	#57 (permalink)
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09-30-2011, 10:31 PM	#60 (permalink)
TKOjams Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Connecticut Posts: 9,548 Thanks: 92 Thanked 177 Times in 54 Posts	Re: 57 Custom replica Build So, I've been studying pictures and videos of original 57 customs. I've noticed that due to the multi lam binding, it looks as if the recurve is closer to the outer edge of the waist but it isn't really. They seem faily consistant with other '50's pauls. They all differ slightly as they were all carved by hand so, I believe Ex's carve templates will work just fine. __________________ Flametop Special Build - Carvetop Doublecut Build - '57 Custom BB Replica Build - '56-ish Flame Top Build - Boudreau Celia build - Lefty Walnut Les Paul Build

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