xlr8 Posted July 13, 2005 Report Share Posted July 13, 2005 (edited) I thought you might like to see my version of a neck pocket jig; You can it uses the same principle as that employed by David Myka, whose excellent explanation of how to use it is Here. The overall dimensions are 18" x 36" with the Aluminium box section rails being 1 1/2" x 3". http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v65/xlr8...ls/DSC00449.jpg I used a gantry arrangement at the rear as it allows the support to straddle the body therefore making the guide rails shorter and of course stronger. http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v65/xlr8...ls/DSC00445.jpg You can also see in this picture the self adhesive scale which has a central zero which you align with the centre line of the jig, thus allowing you to check that the rails are central. Edited August 16, 2005 by rhoads56 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xlr8 Posted July 13, 2005 Author Report Share Posted July 13, 2005 (edited) Here's a similar arrangement at the front. http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v65/xlr8...ls/DSC00459.jpg A neck mortise after the corners have been squared with a very sharp chisel. http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v65/xlr8...ls/DSC00461.jpg I hope you can see in the above picture just how good a fit this is. It took alittle while to design and build but that effort has resulted in an accurate sturdy jig that easy to use and will give good service for years. Neil I also meant to say that you can vary the angle by placing spacers under the gantry mounts. Edited August 20, 2005 by xlr8 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
komodo Posted July 13, 2005 Report Share Posted July 13, 2005 NICE! . . and you will build these and sell them for how much? Thanks! KOMODO Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rocksolid Posted July 13, 2005 Report Share Posted July 13, 2005 self adhesive scale Where did you get that? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlGeeEater Posted July 13, 2005 Report Share Posted July 13, 2005 Awesome! Neck pocked jigs seem to be the in thing today. I must try one soon. Good job on it bro! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xlr8 Posted July 13, 2005 Author Report Share Posted July 13, 2005 self adhesive scale Where did you get that? ← Do a google search for self adhesive rule, I'm in the UK so I got mine Here Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jay5 Posted July 13, 2005 Report Share Posted July 13, 2005 David would be proud I like the idea of using the t-track, I will definately be employing that feature in mine when I get around to building it. Tell me, how did you joint the lexan? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xlr8 Posted July 13, 2005 Author Report Share Posted July 13, 2005 Tell me, how did you joint the lexan? ← I used my Woodrat; Shown here with some flame maple but the principle is the same, gets a great finish. Neil Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gemleggat Posted July 13, 2005 Report Share Posted July 13, 2005 Thats a cracking neck jig Neil! I'm sure it will serve u well. Any more progress on Tim's LP? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Myka Guitars Posted July 14, 2005 Report Share Posted July 14, 2005 Wow, this is an excellent update to the original design. I am currently working on a similar idea using the adjustable t-slots and knobs. Your work will certainly inspire some of the ideas I will put into it especially the height adjustment. The abilty to change the neck angle more easily is just awesome. It is so cool seeing these evolve. Nice work! ~David Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
egdeltar Posted July 14, 2005 Report Share Posted July 14, 2005 Say Im making guitars with no neck angle and I have a pin router and template. There would be no need for one of these, correct? Very nice jigs you guys made here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rocksolid Posted July 14, 2005 Report Share Posted July 14, 2005 (edited) self adhesive scale Where did you get that? ← Do a google search for self adhesive rule, I'm in the UK so I got mine Here ← Thanks! I don't know how I never thought of those before, I could definitely use those on many jigs i have. Say Im making guitars with no neck angle and I have a pin router and template. There would be no need for one of these, correct? Very nice jigs you guys made here. ← No buddy, looks like you're set to go, these jigs shown in this thread are mainly used for set neck guitars, where the actual neck is used to set up the jig, sort of like an adjustable template. Your pin router used with a template is all you need for that job, assuming all your doing is a standard bolt on and you have the right template. Edited July 14, 2005 by rocksolid Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
egdeltar Posted July 14, 2005 Report Share Posted July 14, 2005 No buddy, looks like you're set to go, these jigs shown in this thread are mainly used for set neck guitars, where the actual neck is used to set up the jig, sort of like an adjustable template. Your pin router used with a template is all you need for that job, assuming all your doing is a standard bolt on and you have the right template. ← yeah thats what I thought..... I havent ventured into the realm of set-necks yet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xlr8 Posted August 15, 2005 Author Report Share Posted August 15, 2005 (edited) So I got around to building the second part to what is turning out to be a very versatile jig. Using some more 20mm perspex I fabricated this sliding router support. The router base hase been removed and the router recessed into the perspex by 10mm. The router is attached from the bottom via countersunk screws, like an upside down router table if you will. You'll also notice four stop bolts (two front and two rear) which stop the bit from contacting the side wall whilst also preventing the router support falling into the gap. http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v65/xlr8...ls/DSC00617.jpg Here I'm using it to surface a highly figured flame maple cap with no tear out. In the shot the body is attached to the base by double sided tape. http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v65/xlr8...ls/DSC00623.jpg And here I'm using it to thickness a Mahogany body this time holding it down with rail clamps. I'm using a 1 1/2" bit in all of the above to essentially 'fly cut' the wood. No matter how figured the piece there is little or no tear out, the chips nearly all stay within the gantry walls aiding cleanup and your hands need never go near the cutter. I have a 13" planer but this is easier, cheaper and quieter. By using various fixtures and or clamps you can square and surface the most unruly pieces (providing they are no thicker than the height of the gantry walls). Hope this is of some use. Neil Edited August 16, 2005 by rhoads56 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jay5 Posted August 16, 2005 Report Share Posted August 16, 2005 Nice addition man! I am hoping to build a similar jig as Ive said in the past. I am going to use the inclined guides and a similar base to rout the pickup plane on a pair of PRS copies I am planning. Should be cool. Keep up the good work!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rhoads56 Posted August 16, 2005 Report Share Posted August 16, 2005 picture rules people... im sick of editting posts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xlr8 Posted August 16, 2005 Author Report Share Posted August 16, 2005 picture rules people... im sick of editting posts. ← I'm sorry Perry, a PM and I would have gladly edited my posts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
javacody Posted August 19, 2005 Report Share Posted August 19, 2005 Those jigs are practically works of art! Very, very inspiring. What the heck is a woodrat? Any chance of you drawing up some plans and a materials list, xlr8? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tirapop Posted August 20, 2005 Report Share Posted August 20, 2005 www.woodrat.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
guitarded Posted September 28, 2005 Report Share Posted September 28, 2005 can the router bits i use to route my guitars be used on plexiglass/lexan? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jay5 Posted September 28, 2005 Report Share Posted September 28, 2005 Yes. Same "rules" though, dont try to cut too much at once, blah blah blah. One thing, the corners (where two edges meet) will become razor sharp after you rout them. I have cut myself more than once of plexi. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
guitarded Posted September 28, 2005 Report Share Posted September 28, 2005 do you find that the bits wear faster on this material than on hardwood? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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