I wanted to get an inexpensive bass guitar that I could customize so I placed an ad on the local CraigsList for damaged / broken bass guitars.
One response was perfect, a Fender Squire P-Bass. It was missing the pick guard, volume and tone pots, and line jack. and one of the tuning machines was broken. The neck was straight but the paint on the body was chipped and cracked. But the price was right, $25.
The neck was straight and the frets didn't show much wear, except for the first and second, but not enough to warrant being replaced. The finish on the neck was in pretty good shape also.
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The body on the other hand was rough. There were a lot of chips and cracks in the paint and the two strap mount holes were stripped.
I did some research using the serial number and found that this bass was made in Korea in the late 1980s. The body is plywood.
The stripping gel is toxic so I made sure to wear a respirator. It was wintertime so I did it in my basement bathroom with the exhaust fan on. I don't recommend this, it would have been much better, and safer, to do outside.
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My tub was lined with plastic and I wore heavy rubber gloves. The gel was brushed on very thick and I let it sit for about fifteen minutes. I used an old chisel to carefully scrape the loose paint off. Be careful not to dig into the wood. This process took several days, but the total actual working time was about three hours.
Sanding was pretty easy. I started with some 100 grit paper to get the remaining paint and rough spots knocked down. By the time I was finished, I was using a 600 grit wet/dry paper.
I used Rustoleum white primer since I was going to finish the bass in yellow. I put on a light coat, let it completely dry, and lightly sanded it with 400 grit paper. You can see in the last picture where I dabbed on wood filler to clean up some rough spots and gouges.
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I did this process until I had about six or eight coats of primer and there were no more visible dings or gouges.
I painted it the same way as when I primed it. Take your time and put on many light coats. Let it harden and sand between every few coats to get a smooth finish. It takes a couple of days to get it done right. Again, it was winter so I did it in my garage and when it started to set up, I took it back down to the basement bathroom and let it harden in warmth.
Once I had about eight or more coats of paint and I was happy with the finish, I let it sit for 48 hours to harden.
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I then used Rustoleum clear coat and put on about eight coats, again, waiting and sanding between coats. The last three coats I didn't sand between.
I found a kit online that came with the volume and tone pots, the jack, resisters. I assembled the pots and jack into the pick guard and followed the directions for hooking up the wires.
The pickup wires were fed through the hole in the body and they were soldered. The pick guard was then screwed on. I had to drill a few holes as the pick guard wasn't an exact fit to the original, plus I had filled in the original holes when I added wood filler to the body.
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I wanted the bass to look more like a 'real' Fender P-Bass so I purchased a set of Fender style tuning machines from the internet. They were about $25.
The original holes for the shafts were too small in diameter to fit the new ones so I had a friend with a milling machine bore the holes to fit. I aligned each one and carefully drilled the four holes and installed the mounting screws on the back.When it comes to refinishing a bass guitar, there are a few things that you will need to take into consideration. The first thing that you need to do is to remove all of the hardware from the bass guitar. This includes the pickups, bridge, strings, and anything else that is attached to the bass guitar. Once you have removed all of the hardware, you will need to sand down the entire surface of the bass guitar. Be sure to use a fine-grit sandpaper so that you do not damage the finish of the bass guitar. After you have sanded down the bass guitar, you will need to apply a new finish to the bass guitar. You can either use a lacquer or a polyurethane finish. Be sure to follow the directions on the can of finish that you use. Once you have applied the new finish to the bass guitar, you will need to let it dry for at least 24 hours. Once the new finish has dried, you will need to reattach all of the hardware to the bass guitar. Be sure to use the proper screws and bolts when attaching the hardware. Once the hardware is attached, you will need to string the bass guitar. Be sure to use the proper gauge of strings for the bass guitar. Now that you have refinished the bass guitar, you will need to take care of it so that it will last for many years. Be sure to wipe down the bass guitar with a damp cloth after each use. Be sure to store the bass guitar in a cool, dry place. Be sure to keep the bass guitar out of direct sunlight. By following these simple tips, you can be sure that your bass guitar will last for many years.
Since I wanted an inexpensive, custom-built bass guitar, I placed a CraigsList ad for damaged / broken bass guitars. There was no need for a second response, because a Fender Squire P-Bass had broken the pick guard, volume and tone pots, and the tuning machine had no working pickups. The paint on the body was chipped and cracked, and the neck was straight. To finish off my bass in yellow, I used Rustoleum white primer. Allow the primer to dry for 48 hours before hardening. You should put in many light coats to allow yourself plenty of time to get your coat done. Allow it to harden and sand between every few coats to achieve a smooth finish. The total cost, including paint stripper and spray paint, was around $187. This instrument sounds fantastic and looks exactly as I want it to.
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If the original finish on the guitar becomes damaged or if you want to change the color or appearance of the instrument, you should repaint it. Assume you purchased a beautiful snow white guitar and have it refinished; however, as time passes, the finish becomes chipped, yellowed, and stained due to regular abuse and accidents.
Although refinished acoustic guitars can be done, they should be left to a professional. It is a time-consuming and difficult process that requires extensive knowledge and specialized equipment. It is possible to complete this on your own, but it is not always possible.
Vintage instruments, such as this early Esquire, can be worth up to 50% less after refinishing, and some examples can lose up to 80% of their value. A refinishing that is in poor condition is far superior to one that is new. As a result, you should avoid doing so.
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The cost of refinishing the guitar body ranges between $200 and $600, while custom painting a guitar can range between $600 and $1000. In terms of paint and other materials, you can expect to spend $50 to $60, but the labor costs are more expensive. It’s a lot of work, but you can do it on your own.
A guitar refinish can cost anywhere between $200 and $600 for the body, but professional paint jobs can cost up to $600. It is not only important for the finish to be beautiful, but it is also important to protect it. You will lose the value of your guitar if it is refinished, regardless of its brand or model. A bad or cheap finish on the guitar will make it sound hollow and cause it to permanently damage. On guitars (and other instruments), there are a variety of finishes to choose from. It is advantageous to have oil and wax on your guitar because they make it lighter, enhance the grain of the wood, and allow for a stronger sound. Nitrocellulose lacquer is a solvent-based lacquer made of cellulose and is derived from a nitro-based solvent.
Nitro is still an option for vintage and high-end guitars. Lacquer began to decline in the late 1960s, replaced by polyurethane, which was the most popular and easy-to-apply finish. Some people believe that thicker guitars produce a softer sound, but we would leave it up to the pros to decide. A solid color finish will cost
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