Second build, a KMG 00 14 fret kit

John J · Post by **John J** » Sun May 31, 2015 8:43 pm

I've just started my second kit, a 00 14 fret maple kit with rosewood fingerboard and accents. I'm using Ken's Mega Mold (because of all the rave reviews) for the first time. So far I'm liking it. I'll probably post a lot of pictures because, well, I like to. I know I enjoy seeing progress pictures so I hope I'm not overdoing it. I'm also starting a third one (this is addicting!) that I'll document separately. That will be my first scratch build (mostly).

dave d · Post by **dave d** » Sun May 31, 2015 9:31 pm

Looks great. And I like looking at the photos as much as you like posting them, so keep it up!
Great pics.

Kevin in California · Post by **Kevin in California** » Tue Jun 02, 2015 9:48 am

Looks like you are off to a great start. Nice shaped body.

ken cierp · Post by **ken cierp** » Tue Jun 02, 2015 11:17 am

That's going to be a beauty!

I'll note for previous KMG kit builders that I've gone to a Baltic Birch tail block on most of our models. I like the strength and stability aspect, it does not need the vertical 1/8" reinforcement. It makes it a bit easier to install end pins and pick up jacks -- and there is no chance it will split horizontally.

John J · Post by **John J** » Tue Jun 02, 2015 9:17 pm

Got the top and back contoured. Love the Mega Mold! Trimmed and test fitted the rosette. This is a wood rosette and I'm wondering what the best glue might be. Also with the black I'm worried about sanding and bleeding black into the top. Love to hear thoughts.

ken cierp · Post by **ken cierp** » Tue Jun 02, 2015 10:02 pm

If the rosette is a snug fit Duco is always a good choice. On the other hand a water base adhesive like Elmers tends to puff the sound board wood in affect shrinking the channels making a tighter fit. So if its a close fit to begin using the water base glue could be problematic making it difficult to get the rosette installed after glue application.