Hi all, I just got this Bluesboy this evening (I posted an NGD post previously), however I noticed something that is possibly troubling on the neckplate:
http://imgur.com/a/ANB8V
Has anybody run into this before? The bottom right has a bump that looks like an air bubble... it's troubling.
Thanks!
Weird bubbling on neckplate?
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Weird bubbling on neckplate?
1994 USA G&L Legacy
Other guitars: 2019 Oswald OT/OS, 2018 Eastman SB59/v, 2015 Suhr Classic S, 1999 PRS Custom 22, 1977 Greco SE 700 hardtail
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Other guitars: 2019 Oswald OT/OS, 2018 Eastman SB59/v, 2015 Suhr Classic S, 1999 PRS Custom 22, 1977 Greco SE 700 hardtail
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Re: Weird bubbling on neckplate?
You are correct. That ain't right. New or used purchase? If new, contact the dealer. Otherwise, you can buy a new one From G&L.
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Re: Weird bubbling on neckplate?
I bought it used, the guitar is well over 10 years old. Thanks for the reply, is the problem only cosmetic? Because if so, I don't mind. Thanks
1994 USA G&L Legacy
Other guitars: 2019 Oswald OT/OS, 2018 Eastman SB59/v, 2015 Suhr Classic S, 1999 PRS Custom 22, 1977 Greco SE 700 hardtail
Amps: Carr Telstar, NeuralDSP, HX Stomp/Helix Native
And way, way too many pedals
Other guitars: 2019 Oswald OT/OS, 2018 Eastman SB59/v, 2015 Suhr Classic S, 1999 PRS Custom 22, 1977 Greco SE 700 hardtail
Amps: Carr Telstar, NeuralDSP, HX Stomp/Helix Native
And way, way too many pedals
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Re: Weird bubbling on neckplate?
Pretty ASAT! I've always liked G&L's version of LPB.
It might be the camera angle, but it looks like at least one of the neck bolts has been replaced as well - the upper treble side screw is all chewed up and looks flat, as does the lower treble side screw, while both the bass side screws are domed. If these are replacement screws that could be why the plate is bent and bubbling (overtightend maybe?); it seems like you should be able to get factory replacements from G&L.
It might be the camera angle, but it looks like at least one of the neck bolts has been replaced as well - the upper treble side screw is all chewed up and looks flat, as does the lower treble side screw, while both the bass side screws are domed. If these are replacement screws that could be why the plate is bent and bubbling (overtightend maybe?); it seems like you should be able to get factory replacements from G&L.
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Re: Weird bubbling on neckplate?
You can get a replacement neckplate with screws from the G&L On-Line store. Here's the link: G&L GUITAR NECK PLATE WITH 4 SCREWS.
Hope this helps.
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