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Even though this has been solved, I'd like to throw some things out there. A lie is a lie regardless of generosity, this is the main reason I do not buy woods off of Ebay. Every board I have purchased has had some kind of defect not listed in the auction that has either prevented me using it in it's specific purpose or has caused more wood to be planed off, leading it to be useless for it's intended purpose again. I know this makes me sound like a hypocrite, coming from a guy that sells wood on Ebay (see my signature). But at least I list the defects. So I think we should have a wood information list (defects, phrases etc.) stickied somewhere: Bark incursion, wormholes, sniping, checking, chipping, jointed, drum sanded etc.etc. As I am still learning a good deal of these words used in woodworking. It would definitely help because I have learned almost all of these (and then some) from woodworking magazines. I agree, Since the MILF thing got a good laugh, I was also thinking that a good reference would not hurt either. So Jon would you like to work with me on a reference for these type of wood issues? I think with pictures and descriptions maybe we might be able to help those without the knowledge. I have many years of woodworking experience and will be more than happy to cause problems for photos if needed. LOL:))) I'm sure I can find scraps to do this with. How about it Jon, are you willing as well? This may take a little time but I think would be a worthwhile project. Mike

Chris, All is well!! You at least asked and learned. Not a problem. we have all been there and felt, well like you do right now. Not a worry. You are not alone. We all learn from our mistakes. Hell ,I didn't know what a MILF was until recently. Damn, I know a lot of them LOL:) so don't feel stupid because you are not. On the other side of the coin, take some tie to visit some woodworking sites and learn. What I mean is do you understand, SNIPE? This is also caused by a planer , drum sander. and jointer. THis and other subtle things can effect the wood you use. There are many more things as well. it's just a learning curve and don't kick yourself in the a$$ over it. We are here to help and I respect your input on things, (as stupid as they may be, my questions) your response as well. So chill out, relax and we all care and understand. Merry Christmas BUD!!!! Sincerely, Mike

HI Chris, I'm also convivced that you are refering to tearout or chipping from the planer. This occurs from the random direction of grain in curly, birdseye and quilted maple and other woods. Checking is as Setch described. The end grain is drying faster thus causing it to separate or check. Usually any type of figured wood should be dimensioned with a sander for the last few passes or having the knives on the planer shapened for this type of cut. The angle is different on the planer knives or jointer as well. Also indexable helix cutters produce a very nice surface for dimensioning figured wood as well. Hope this helps Mike

You are welcome David, and have a great Holiday with your family and friends. Sincerely, Mike

No problem for a friend. Checking email and will confirm shipping with you. MIKE David I'M having some problem with email( got yours but mine not sending) ???? so I'll be shipping Monday or Tuesday at latest. MIke Package shipped Merry Christmas David!!! MK

No problem for a friend. Checking email and will confirm shipping with you. MIKE

Hi David, I have a piece 3/4" by 3" by 12" email me with shipping info mike@ampcore.com. will ship on Monday or Tuesday. MK

David, I think I may have some in the shop, will look tomorrow. if so will PM you for shipping address. mk

Being that "Clapton is God", and I being a follower of God. ( pun intended) A very nice video. I was suprised, that no video of the finish wear process?? Guess they don't want to give away any secrets. LOL:)) Thanks for the link. MK

Thanks Drak, I'll remember that and use the smaller pieces accordingly and not for fretboards. Would look nice though!!! Might have to make some small boxes and stuff for EBAY!! Thanks again, MK It's already at 20% MC so it won't be that long LOL:) I'm looking at the trunk and considering a top made from a slice. All endgrain on the top. Might be interesting???? Thinking about adding some stale beer/peters mix with a plastic wrap to get the spalt more active since the fungus is already there. The trunk is large enough for a full body cut on the end grain. Never seen that done. Might be very cool??? I also see a lot of potential fretboards, stabilzed of course with CA or epoxy in these as well. We'll see what happens. MK Drive around and keep on looking They are out there. MK just found some pecan today!!!! LOL!!! about a mile away, most is small (4" to 8" diameter) and will go to the smoker for meats, the large stuff ( 10" to 16"). Who knows??? I figure about 60 bd ft of large stuff after milling mk Nice work mister. I think it would be fun to play with spalt, but I don't have much experience with it. I fear I would end up with a useless log. Have fun with it. I would love to hear how it turns out and some suggestions on how you go about the process. Peace,Rich Thanks Rich, The first step is locate all the nails and other metal things in the wood before cutting. I already missed 1 very small nail and now have to resharpen my chainsaw. LOL:) mk

HG is correct with the method he described for proper drill chuck tightening, Your problem is more characteristic of what Russ described though. Either a bent bit or runout on the drill press. MK

Shouldnt be a real problem. If you must cut it, use a band saw or a very fine/thin saw and joint the edge,rejoin and or redrill the holes and/or fill them with a dowel and redrill. Since you have expressed that you will be using a color coat this should not present a problem and should fix the problem. I'm sure others have a other ways they may attck the problem as well. mk edited to add: BTW if you cut with a saw you will need to sand the edges flat and add a veneer to one edge to make up the thickness of the blade kerf. Any hardwood veneer that does not have a paper backing will work. Apporx 1/32nd to 1/16 thickness.. Glue that to one edge then sand it back until the wing fits as close as possible. this will minimize the edge sanding for the headstock shape. Hope this helps. MIKe

I would remove the wings and clean the joints and regule if that is possible without to much damage, then you know it's right. Just use patience to remove them so you minimize the damage. A good glue joint should not come apart. So these appear to be inferior and should hopefully come apart easily with some steam and heat. Just my 2Cents. MK

It's already at 20% MC so it won't be that long LOL:) I'm looking at the trunk and considering a top made from a slice. All endgrain on the top. Might be interesting???? Thinking about adding some stale beer/peters mix with a plastic wrap to get the spalt more active since the fungus is already there. The trunk is large enough for a full body cut on the end grain. Never seen that done. Might be very cool??? I also see a lot of potential fretboards, stabilzed of course with CA or epoxy in these as well. We'll see what happens. MK Drive around and keep on looking They are out there. MK just found some pecan today!!!! LOL!!! about a mile away, most is small (4" to 8" diameter) and will go to the smoker for meats, the large stuff ( 10" to 16"). Who knows??? I figure about 60 bd ft of large stuff after milling mk

Hi Everyone, Just a gloat on a roadside find. Found these down the street, a neighbor had cut down. Spalted maple!!! spalt 1 spalt 2 I made one cut with the chainsaw and slabed out a few pieces. Looks like I might have a good find here. testcut1 Testslab Thanks for looking, Mike

Some Times I wonder, other Times i'm in awe! MK

+1 Thanks Brian

We are all Electric guitars nuts, but I don't think anyone is for sale ??? Seriously though, Nuts are available from many sources? StewMac and others. Are you wanting some freebie Blank material? If so contact the makers of Corian and get some free samples. MK

If you are dead set on using this, then make a template to allow you to route off both sides of the neck and glue additional lams on otherwise start over. as others have suggested MK

I mean... uh... shame on you. I know I'm BAD

I agree with John, we all make mistakes so heed the advice given by those you have asked and redo the joint. No PUN Intended this time. You will thank yourself later for doing it right. Mike

Sounds good See ya soon MK

+5 or more on the start over. REDO THE JOINT and dont roll it so tight LOL:)))) One more note remove the stems as they cause the paper tear. LMAO!!!!!!!! mk

That's a sweet deal for any decent amp. Nice! Did I mention I only paid $175 for the RG550? Yeah, that's the way it usually works for me too, but this one got posted on payday. I'm still jazzed, and really enjoying it. So Joseph, Where you been? Call me, lets get together for a cold one. I just cut up alot of maple and unsundrie other wood getting ready for ebay. You might want to look before it goes online. Mike