Racerxified Posted September 14, 2003 Report Share Posted September 14, 2003 I have a clear ibanez pickup that is currently routed for only a single hum and one volume knob. I want to make it H/S/H and install a tone knob and toggle switch. I can't find a good ibanez pickguard anywhere, let alone a clear one. This is a beater/players guitar so I don't need the work to be the pinnacle of craftsmanship, I just need to get the job done as quickly and efficiently as possible, ideally with simpler tools. Soooo, how should I go about doing this? would a jig saw work for cutting out the pickup slots? What should I use to drill the hole for the tone knob? I can't find a good tutorial on self pickguard cutting anywhere, and most places charge a ton. Anyone who has any tips, your advise would be greatly appreciated! Thanks! Matt Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brian Posted September 14, 2003 Report Share Posted September 14, 2003 Hi Matt, A table top jig saw set on a lower speed will work. It comes pretty close to doing it smoothly as well. Just cut out the cavity a hair smaller then you want it and use either a flat file or a thin board with some sandpaper to clean it up and bring it out to the line you have scored where you want the cavity. I Should have a tutorial up on this in a few weeks, Just waiting on a body to show up. I use a router though for the cutting. For the tone and volume pot holes I use a drill dress and go slow so I don't crack the plastic. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Racerxified Posted September 14, 2003 Author Report Share Posted September 14, 2003 Thankya much! Sounds like a plan to me! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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