Narcissism Posted August 27, 2008 Report Share Posted August 27, 2008 So far, i've read about and watched a few ways to do it: Spokeshav, which is my personal favorite Router template, which to me looks like a circus ride Belt Sander, which looks like it'll do a good job, but seems time consuming and doesn't really get into all those little areas Orbital Sander, which seems to work okay Chizel, which worked for me, but i think its kinda iffy, as much more wood can come off due to grain shape, inner faults, etc. and Microplane, which is the newest one i learned about just surfing around in this forum. I'm sure there's lots of other ways, but which way do you like the most? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Abbett Posted August 27, 2008 Report Share Posted August 27, 2008 So far, i've read about and watched a few ways to do it: Spokeshav, which is my personal favorite Router template, which to me looks like a circus ride Belt Sander, which looks like it'll do a good job, but seems time consuming and doesn't really get into all those little areas Orbital Sander, which seems to work okay Chizel, which worked for me, but i think its kinda iffy, as much more wood can come off due to grain shape, inner faults, etc. and Microplane, which is the newest one i learned about just surfing around in this forum. I'm sure there's lots of other ways, but which way do you like the most? All of the above. Depends on mood and if my daugter is asleep or not. You forgot hand plane. I use a low angle block plane for thos areas where you have a consistant slope, where your arm would rest on the face. I've also used a power jointer, hand held. Takes it right off. Little noisy, but quick. Whatever works. It's all demolition. Doesn't have to be fancy until you get close to where you want to be. -John Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
imott Posted August 27, 2008 Report Share Posted August 27, 2008 So far, i've read about and watched a few ways to do it: Spokeshav, which is my personal favorite Router template, which to me looks like a circus ride Belt Sander, which looks like it'll do a good job, but seems time consuming and doesn't really get into all those little areas Orbital Sander, which seems to work okay Chizel, which worked for me, but i think its kinda iffy, as much more wood can come off due to grain shape, inner faults, etc. and Microplane, which is the newest one i learned about just surfing around in this forum. I'm sure there's lots of other ways, but which way do you like the most? ShopBot CNC Router. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jer7440 Posted August 29, 2008 Report Share Posted August 29, 2008 So far, i've read about and watched a few ways to do it: Spokeshav, which is my personal favorite Router template, which to me looks like a circus ride Belt Sander, which looks like it'll do a good job, but seems time consuming and doesn't really get into all those little areas Orbital Sander, which seems to work okay Chizel, which worked for me, but i think its kinda iffy, as much more wood can come off due to grain shape, inner faults, etc. and Microplane, which is the newest one i learned about just surfing around in this forum. I'm sure there's lots of other ways, but which way do you like the most? ShopBot CNC Router. Haas VF-3 VMC Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Narcissism Posted August 30, 2008 Author Report Share Posted August 30, 2008 Robots ftw lol. now if i could only find room for one... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
imott Posted August 30, 2008 Report Share Posted August 30, 2008 So far, i've read about and watched a few ways to do it: Spokeshav, which is my personal favorite Router template, which to me looks like a circus ride Belt Sander, which looks like it'll do a good job, but seems time consuming and doesn't really get into all those little areas Orbital Sander, which seems to work okay Chizel, which worked for me, but i think its kinda iffy, as much more wood can come off due to grain shape, inner faults, etc. and Microplane, which is the newest one i learned about just surfing around in this forum. I'm sure there's lots of other ways, but which way do you like the most? ShopBot CNC Router. Haas VF-3 VMC Touche! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
killemall8 Posted August 30, 2008 Report Share Posted August 30, 2008 angle grinder Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jer7440 Posted August 30, 2008 Report Share Posted August 30, 2008 So far, i've read about and watched a few ways to do it: Spokeshav, which is my personal favorite Router template, which to me looks like a circus ride Belt Sander, which looks like it'll do a good job, but seems time consuming and doesn't really get into all those little areas Orbital Sander, which seems to work okay Chizel, which worked for me, but i think its kinda iffy, as much more wood can come off due to grain shape, inner faults, etc. and Microplane, which is the newest one i learned about just surfing around in this forum. I'm sure there's lots of other ways, but which way do you like the most? ShopBot CNC Router. Haas VF-3 VMC Touche! You probably have a higher RPM spindle than I do... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Narcissism Posted August 30, 2008 Author Report Share Posted August 30, 2008 the spectralite that i used only had 3000rpm max, but it was for training on high temperature wax. I made a jig, and a 3D puzzle with mine! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
imott Posted August 30, 2008 Report Share Posted August 30, 2008 So far, i've read about and watched a few ways to do it: Spokeshav, which is my personal favorite Router template, which to me looks like a circus ride Belt Sander, which looks like it'll do a good job, but seems time consuming and doesn't really get into all those little areas Orbital Sander, which seems to work okay Chizel, which worked for me, but i think its kinda iffy, as much more wood can come off due to grain shape, inner faults, etc. and Microplane, which is the newest one i learned about just surfing around in this forum. I'm sure there's lots of other ways, but which way do you like the most? ShopBot CNC Router. Haas VF-3 VMC Touche! You probably have a higher RPM spindle than I do... 18,000 RPM variable Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bmth Builder Posted August 30, 2008 Report Share Posted August 30, 2008 Spindle sander. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Acousticraft Posted August 31, 2008 Report Share Posted August 31, 2008 Ive done 3 body contours now and use my belt sander with 60 grit on it. I mark guidelines with a pencil on both edges and can rough out the belly and arm contours in about 10 mins. When its close I change to 80 grit, then I then use a sanding block to finish them off. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dugg Posted September 17, 2008 Report Share Posted September 17, 2008 Drawknife, various chisels, spokeshave. You can hog off an amazing amount of stock with a drawknife, or even a 1" chisel if your tools are sharp. I hate dust and noise, so I often choose the hand tool for those reasons, but the results can often be faster and finer as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MiKro Posted September 17, 2008 Report Share Posted September 17, 2008 So far, i've read about and watched a few ways to do it: Spokeshav, which is my personal favorite Router template, which to me looks like a circus ride Belt Sander, which looks like it'll do a good job, but seems time consuming and doesn't really get into all those little areas Orbital Sander, which seems to work okay Chizel, which worked for me, but i think its kinda iffy, as much more wood can come off due to grain shape, inner faults, etc. and Microplane, which is the newest one i learned about just surfing around in this forum. I'm sure there's lots of other ways, but which way do you like the most? I gently move her this way and that way. I little kiss here and there helps as well Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
avengers63 Posted September 17, 2008 Report Share Posted September 17, 2008 angle grinder +1 to that! I still haven't figured out how to make a traditional Gibson-style carve, but I'm getting there. The only real issue is the insane ammount of dust it throws out. I learned REAL fast to take it out into the driveway. FWIW: I bought my 4" Ryobi angle grinder at Home Depot for $20 or $25, then the sanding disk for another $5. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marksound Posted September 17, 2008 Report Share Posted September 17, 2008 I'm sure there's lots of other ways, but which way do you like the most? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hector Posted September 18, 2008 Report Share Posted September 18, 2008 you forgot the rasp. my personal favorite. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
avengers63 Posted September 22, 2008 Report Share Posted September 22, 2008 AAAAAAAAAGGGGHHHHHHH!!!!! Yer goin' to hell fer that'n, boy! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. Preston Swift Posted November 9, 2008 Report Share Posted November 9, 2008 I saw a while ago that someone was using a bandsaw for the belly-cut and then sanded it smooth. It looked good and easy to me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
guitar_player Posted November 9, 2008 Report Share Posted November 9, 2008 I saw a while ago that someone was using a bandsaw for the belly-cut and then sanded it smooth. It looked good and easy to me. It seems like you could mess that up very easily, for my last strat I borrowed one of these from my boss it roughed it out in 2 or 3 minutes than I just hand sanded took me maybe 15 minutes to do it http://www.mytoolstore.com/makita/gv5000.jpg. I am going to buy one of the ryobi angle grinders because there cheap, I think they would be better for carving tops, and it comes with a sanding disc in the box, the reviews are all pretty good too. I usually don't buy cheap tools but I've had a ryobi bench grinder for years and it never failed and I have one of their belt sanders which are great, the first one I got died but I brought it to home depot and got a replacement no questions asked. This is the one I'm getting http://www.homedepot.com/webapp/wcs/stores...uctId=100596747 for $47 they send you 2 of them and my brother wanted one so I'm getting one for $23. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NotYou Posted November 10, 2008 Report Share Posted November 10, 2008 (edited) To make a carved top, I usually use a spokeshave, fingerplane (or something similar), chisels. and sandpaper. They have different uses. I don't think there's one proper tool for the job. My new secret weapon is a carbide dremel shaping bit (#543). http://www.dremel.com/en-us/AttachmentsAnd...il.aspx?pid=543 I feel like I'm giving away some secret personal information by giving that link. Seriously, though, that is the end all be all Dremel bit for luthiers. It's made my life so much easier. Edited November 10, 2008 by NotYou Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Narcissism Posted November 11, 2008 Author Report Share Posted November 11, 2008 Its funny, i was at work today putting dremel bits away, and i was looking at that exact bit going "What the hell is this thing?" I guess i'll give it a shot then. Couldn't hurt to get the old Rotozip out and play around on a few scrap pieces of Mahogany! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Southpa Posted November 11, 2008 Report Share Posted November 11, 2008 (edited) A flap disc on an angle grinder means business. It only takes a few seconds to make body bevels with one of these. http://www3.telus.net/Alsplace/Current/009.jpg Edited November 11, 2008 by Southpa Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DC Ross Posted November 11, 2008 Report Share Posted November 11, 2008 I can't imagine carving a top or contours with that Dremel bit... That's gotta take hours! I use a 60 grit flap disc on an angle grinder. 5 minutes tops. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NotYou Posted November 12, 2008 Report Share Posted November 12, 2008 I can't imagine carving a top or contours with that Dremel bit... That's gotta take hours! I use a 60 grit flap disc on an angle grinder. 5 minutes tops. It depends on what you're doing. I use it mostly for finer curves, or smaller concave parts. I'm working on a double cutaway right now and the horns are concave on top. With things like that, it's perfect. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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