Gluing the sound-board and back to the rim -- methods

ken cierp · Post by **ken cierp** » Thu Feb 09, 2012 5:32 pm

Here's How they do it in the Ramirez shop!!

Ken Hundley · Post by **Ken Hundley** » Thu Feb 09, 2012 5:40 pm

I like it....very quick and easy to apply. I have seen similar clamps using "C" shaped secions of PVC pipe. Haven't tried it personally, but have seen it.

Dave Bagwill · Post by **Dave Bagwill** » Thu Feb 09, 2012 8:38 pm

I use the 'c' shaped slices of pvc for clamps, but not for this purpose. I've really found the rubber bands to be quick and easy.
I wonder what material they are using for the clamps?

Kevin in California · Post by **Kevin in California** » Tue Feb 14, 2012 3:52 pm

I have been using this clamping caul with screws. It works great, but you have to put stop blocks on the inside of the mold for the rim to set against while the screws apply pressure.

Kevin

ken cierp · Post by **ken cierp** » Tue Feb 14, 2012 11:07 pm

I agree with Kevin the full clamping caul is very effective -- its the assemble system we include with our "Success Kit Packages"

http://www.kennethmichaelguitars.com/masterwork.html

TonyinNYC · Post by **TonyinNYC** » Thu Feb 16, 2012 12:50 pm

As a Success Kit owner I agree that the full clamping caul is great.

Dave Bagwill · Post by **Dave Bagwill** » Tue Mar 13, 2012 9:25 am

Here's a video showing the Ramirez method with lots of explanation. I had contacted Peter Oberg about the method and he asked why didn't I just youtube him? Duh. Anyway, a decent, helpful chap who makes gorgeous instruments.

http://youtu.be/_MG1MJ_fadQ

And for a look at and performance on a stunning Brazilian/Spruce instrument he made and performs on:
http://youtu.be/SzMHbrIbU7A

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Gluing the sound-board and back to the rim -- methods

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