madtech
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I picked up a few at Home Depot. They call them stain markers and I also picked up several more colors at a locally owned hardware store.
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I picked up a few at Home Depot. They call them stain markers and I also picked up several more colors at a locally owned hardware store.
GD70
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Thanks! Next time I'm there I'll look for them.
Hey Glenn!
I just finished going through this entire thread. Of course, I missed it when it hit the street. It's good to see your ninja based loudspeaker restoration skills hard at work!
You also made it painfully clear that I've been neglecting my search for donor veneer objects. Time to get back on my stick.
Biggles
I just finished going through this entire thread. Of course, I missed it when it hit the street. It's good to see your ninja based loudspeaker restoration skills hard at work!
You also made it painfully clear that I've been neglecting my search for donor veneer objects. Time to get back on my stick.
Biggles
GD70
Lunatic Member
Hey Biggles,
Keeping myself busy! These have been a challenge for sure. The worst corners I've had to repair so far. I need more OLD veneer for better veneer patina matches. The new stuff is much more difficult to color match, still fun just the same!
The 2nd cab is not as bad as this one was, so should go a little quicker.
Thanks for stopping by!
Glenn
Yeah, I saw those suckers. I kinda winced when I saw 'em. And the alternative of pulling the hardware, tossing the enclosures, just isn't an option. Go man go!
Biggles
GD70
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I have to say, when I first saw them, and their condition, I was very excited! I needed a project like this. It's Therapy!
GD70
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Thank you MZ!
Once done and on the floor the repairs will be difficult to see unless you are down on your knees inspecting them.
Glenn
Making mistakes and thoroughly screwing things up is part of the process, trust me. There isn't one person here who hasn't done exactly this in their past. The key points are patience and paying attention, just don't make the same mistake twice. I say, go for it and have some fun. That's what it's all about, fun. Besides, you can post your project here and let others give you some pointers on the way. I say, bring it on. Bring on the tragedy!
xo, Biggles
It's exactly that, and it feels good. Especially at the end of all our hard work we get to listen to our efforts, gaze upon them with pride. MmMmMmmMmM.
Biggles
GD70
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1st cab restoration done!
Here's a few pics of the restored cab, and a few comparing it to the un-restored cab. I did six applications of oil, sanding the last 3 with 600 grit sand paper between applications. I'm pretty happy with the results.
I just replaced the cap in the 2nd speaker, and will start sanding it to prep for the veneer work. This one is not as bad as the first.
Glenn
Here's a few pics of the restored cab, and a few comparing it to the un-restored cab. I did six applications of oil, sanding the last 3 with 600 grit sand paper between applications. I'm pretty happy with the results.
I just replaced the cap in the 2nd speaker, and will start sanding it to prep for the veneer work. This one is not as bad as the first.
Glenn
GD70
Lunatic Member
Hey mang,
Thanks!
The first three applications were soaked up like a sponge. Didn't need to wipe any oil off!
Glenn
And that's where I've been the last few projects. The veneer soaked the oil dry 3 applications and days later. I keep brushing it on wet the first 3 applications until it sits on the surface. But I would wipe with steel wool after set time. But I like your procedure better. It allows the most possible amount of oil to be left in the veneer. I've never used sand paper on oil before, been thinking about it. I'd like to give it a try and see it does versus scotch brite pads (I didn't like) and steel wool. Even with the steel wool, my 5th and 6th application is giving the veneer a look and feel a lot like a mirror. Very sturdy and reflective, I likes it.
Biggles
Biggles
GD70
Lunatic Member
On earlier projects I was using 0000 steel wool, but I'd be finding little steel fibers stuck in the wood so I don't use it anymore. 600 grit gives you a nice baby butt smooth surface. Then I rub the final oil application with paper towels to buff the surfaces.
Oh yeah guys, definitely use the wet/dry paper on the last couple coats. I was looking around on youtube for hints on oil finishing and came across some oil wet sanding finish videos for guitars and amps and have been doing it here recently on speakers with great results. Gives them that transparent gloss.
vinyl fiend
Active Member
Sounds a bit like the French polish technique.
OK really need a recommendation...
how the heck to you keep the velcro attached to the grilles?
I haven't messed with mine in probably 3-4 weeks; went to pull one off today and half the velcro tabs (probably the same ones I glued back on) stayed on the baffle.
Please help!
how the heck to you keep the velcro attached to the grilles?
I haven't messed with mine in probably 3-4 weeks; went to pull one off today and half the velcro tabs (probably the same ones I glued back on) stayed on the baffle.
Please help!