Split neck pocket
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Is that a Warmoth?
That's not a normal wood split, that's a glue joint failing. Did you use any chemicals or anything that might interact with glue?
EDIT: I see it is a Warmoth. I'd recommend you give Rob an email.
rob@warmoth.com
We've had something like this pop up before, then the problem went away by itself. Do you know if that split was there before?
That's not a normal wood split, that's a glue joint failing. Did you use any chemicals or anything that might interact with glue?
EDIT: I see it is a Warmoth. I'd recommend you give Rob an email.
rob@warmoth.com
We've had something like this pop up before, then the problem went away by itself. Do you know if that split was there before?
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It's certainly not good, but fixable...
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leejord said:
A really really strong rubber band should do it.
(disclaimer: I have no idea what I'm talking about)
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To stop the split from extending, you'd want to drill a hole thru the pocket at the end of the split. And glue a hardwood dowel piece in place, but before doing this you want to glue the split and clamp it together. :icon_thumright:leejord said:
But if you bought it from Warmoth, I'd let them take a look at it first...
Alfang said:
To me, that looks like the wood was run though a jointer to make it flat, laminated together, and... the wood decided to settle in, shift a little, and no amount of glue will hold it when that happens. The finish should not "void" the warranty. Assuming not being stored in abnormal conditions - very wet or very dry, or very hot or very cold - and assuming its less than a year old, you should be covered by Warmoth warranty. I can't speak for them though, and its their call all the way. Just my 2c worth.
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Glue may not, but this will.... :laughing7:=CB= said:
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Warmoth mentions moisture from wet sanding can cause splits at glue joints. If you haven't done that (or similarly subjected it to moisture), I think I'd put the boards on hold until I talked to the W. If W says, no that's not a warranty issue then resume. I specifically did not see anything about oil finishes on bodies, and tung oil does count as a 'hard finish' on necks - so I don't think it's likely to be the source of the problem.
Oh yah... if you asked via email, expect a few days delay. They normally take a few days to get through the reams of email.
On the other hand's foot... you can just call 'em up, alert them, have them take a quick look at the pictures you've already posted. They'll probably ask that you send it back for evaluation before they make a final decision.
On the other hand's foot... you can just call 'em up, alert them, have them take a quick look at the pictures you've already posted. They'll probably ask that you send it back for evaluation before they make a final decision.
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