Restoration for '77 MM SR

[johnfrazier]

Hello, this is my first post. I just signed up and couldn't find a thread on restoration. If there is a thread will one of you please direct me to it?

I just purchased a '76 or '77 SR (I'll find out tomorrow when I pop the neck), and at some point the original sunburst finish was hacked off with a wood chisel. The perpetrator then dipped or dribbled nitrocellulose over it and hung it to dry in the garage-- there are little flecks of grit in the finish. It smells great, but it was a pretty poor job, and I'm considering having it redone if I can find a craftsman who understands the nuances of restoring a vintage piece. I would prefer someone familiar with the "relicing" process. I live in San Diego and would like to find someone nearby, if possible.

Thanks in advance,

John Frazier

 

[PocketGroove82]

(GASP)


pics please!

 

[EBMM7181]

Post pics!!!!!!!

 

[jongitarz]

I used to go on surfing trips to Encinitas....A place called Swami's

Welcome!

 

[Rod Trussbroken]

Hi again John. Welcome to the Forum

 

[phatduckk]

waoh! its a bummer that the bass was hacked up but it sounds like a cool project if you can find the right guy for the job.

good luck and post pics and keep us posted on how it goes

 

[johnfrazier]

I used to go on surfing trips to Encinitas....A place called Swami's

Welcome!

I usually surf at Cardiff Reef or Pipes, mainly because I have a pass to park in the state park lots.

 

[johnfrazier]

Thank you to everyone who has replied so far. I'll post a couple pictures as soon as I can.

 

[silverburst]

Sort of close to you, Steve Soest in Orange County is truly the man. If he doesn't do restoration work any more he will know the guy to refer you to. (714) 538.0272

 

[Musicman Nut]

Hello, this is my first post. I just signed up and couldn't find a thread on restoration. If there is a thread will one of you please direct me to it?

I just purchased a '76 or '77 SR (I'll find out tomorrow when I pop the neck), and at some point the original sunburst finish was hacked off with a wood chisel. The perpetrator then dipped or dribbled nitrocellulose over it and hung it to dry in the garage-- there are little flecks of grit in the finish. It smells great, but it was a pretty poor job, and I'm considering having it redone if I can find a craftsman who understands the nuances of restoring a vintage piece. I would prefer someone familiar with the "relicing" process. I live in San Diego and would like to find someone nearby, if possible.

Thanks in advance,

John Frazier

There is so Many that do incredible work, a fellow by the Name of Mark Jenny, Scott Lentz, just to name a few, these guys use nitro etc.

 

[RitchieDarling]

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Contact is Roy or Scott.

Excellent work!

Ritchie

 

[johnfrazier]

'77 SR restoration maybe

Sort of close to you, Steve Soest in Orange County is truly the man. If he doesn't do restoration work any more he will know the guy to refer you to. (714) 538.0272

Thank you. I sent him a note this evening, and I'll call in the morning. According to his website he's still actively involved in repair and restoration. I'll keep everyone posted, and if anyone knows how to post a picture to this place I'll put up a shot of 2803.

 

[johnfrazier]

'77 SR restoration maybe

There is so Many that do incredible work, a fellow by the Name of Mark Jenny, Scott Lentz, just to name a few, these guys use nitro etc.

Thank you. I'll check both of them out after I get out of here. This place is addictive.

 

[johnfrazier]

Thanks for your help!

Hi again John. Welcome to the Forum

Thank you for your help so far. I appreciate it.

I've asked a friend in Chicago with a B0x bass to register to this site. He may show up soon.

 

[Rod Trussbroken]

John's Bass as at 26 Apl 2007: