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Gluing a gibson-like moustache bridge
Posted: Tue Oct 16, 2018 6:14 pm
by Dave Bagwill
Any hints on gluing one of these to the top? The usual jig I use for Martin-type bridges does not give enough pressure out at the ends of the moustache.
Thanks
Re: Gluing a gibson-like moustache bridge
Posted: Tue Oct 16, 2018 7:45 pm
by Kevin in California
How about a vacuum fixture Dave.
Re: Gluing a gibson-like moustache bridge
Posted: Tue Oct 16, 2018 8:35 pm
by Dave Bagwill
I've got one! However, I thought of another way and it's gluing on now. If it pops off tomorrow morning, I will vacuum!
Thanks K.
Re: Gluing a gibson-like moustache bridge
Posted: Thu Oct 18, 2018 4:32 pm
by John Parchem
The other idea to assure even pressure is to use a caul on top of the bridge and either sound hole clamps or a vacuum clamp.
Re: Gluing a gibson-like moustache bridge
Posted: Tue Oct 23, 2018 1:36 pm
by dave d
Ditto for what John said. I used a caul that was the same shape & size as the moustache, with a thin cork pad underneath and then the usual bolts.
Re: Gluing a gibson-like moustache bridge
Posted: Tue Oct 23, 2018 6:42 pm
by Dave Bagwill
Good stuff!