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Guild F 512 SB from 1973

Here are some pictures. Removal was not too hard, but took some patience. Laquer is weak against heat. Do not use a fan! Do not ask how I know!

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Another pic of neck off the guitar.
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neck reset guild 512

Hi, I should do a neck reset on a Guild 512B from probably 1973. I have done neck resets before, but this is the first on a guitar that has some value. I want to look out for information about this specific model before i start working. Has anyone done a neck reset on a simular model? What kind of neck joint did they use, and what are the dimensions? Is there anything specific to look out for? I will probably not start working on the guitar…

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Great answers from Ian and Tony!!!! If you can paint some reducer around the joint, wait until it activates and cut the nitro with a scalpel it will improve your chances with the finish issues. You'll…