$20 Marketplace Wreck to Guitar Gem: Neck Restoration Ep. 01

🎸 Hey, fellow guitar enthusiasts! Welcome to Rising Sun Guitar Mods!
Today, I'm starting an exciting new series where I transform a $20 marketplace find from a neglected wreck into a stunning guitar. Found in a less-than-ideal condition, the challenge is: Can I make it awesome?

🔧 In This Episode:
* I take you through my initial assessment of this budget guitar restoration project.
* You'll see the detailed tear-down process, showcasing the potential hidden beneath years of neglect.
* I dive into the step-by-step journey of neck restoration, fixing twists, and renewing the fretboard to breathe new life into this old guitar.

💡 Why This Project:
This series isn't just about fixing an old guitar; it's about the passion for uncovering hidden value and potential in what many might overlook. It's a journey of transformation, craftsmanship, and a bit of guitar makeover magic.

👀 What's Next:
Stay tuned for the next steps in this guitar refurbishing series. What challenges will I encounter as I continue to mod and restore this guitar? Don't forget to subscribe to follow the journey!

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[GuitarRx]

I am already in love with this tele. Has a zero fret! Sweet find for $20

[gotthardish]

Something very therapeutic about watching craftsmen repair/mod a guitar!

[Daddy]

As a guy who’s been modding since the early 80’s,
I finally did my first refret.
Stainless steel on a bound rosewood 5 string Jazz bass, as a part of a total rebuild/mega mod.
It was quite a pain, but the result was awesome.
I actually love modding more than building.
Nice work dude.🤘🏻

[ZacharyDial]

This is premium Guitar YouTube content! I can't wait for more of this. 😁

[nigelboothman]

'I'm going to zip it and check back in when I've got something useful to say'...98% of Youtube could learn a lot from this.

[TaralgaBushAdventure]

the zeroth fret was also a givaway that it was early Japanese. They seemed to love that idea.

[michaelreed]

Like watching repair content. wanting to try it myself but haven’t gotten up the courage yet

[WalkerSkins]

"it is sanding after all!" made me chuckle

[DevanSabaratnam]

Nice work on that neck! This was really enjoyable to watch and looking forward to Ep 2!

[sakatana]

Amazing transformation of that neck toy make it look amazinng and i bet feels and plays great too!!!!

[lucagarciaferrari]

Far out, that neck looks happy! I've subbed, super keen to see where the rest of the guitar ends up. I love these kinds of vids, and especially that there are people out there restoring these old guitars and making them awesome again!

[DannyO-jq]

On that era of Japanese guitars, the stamp on the neck heel will usually be the quality inspector's mark, and unfortunately, not a maker's mark. The truss rod cover shape reminds me of Guyatone/Kawai neck from the 60s. It could still be Kasuga however. Bamboo is unusual for a 1960s guitar, but it's now used as a sustainable wood - especially on acoustics. So someone was ahead of their time!

[hisproperty]

G'day RSGM,

Thanks for a great video. I bought Torch Vintage Series Strat in the mid 80's, so I'm very interested in watching the videos on this restoration series. I haven't seen the guitar this century, but it's safely locked away in its hardcase. I'll get it out soon. In the meantime, I'll keep an eye out for the next video.


Keep up the good work
Andrew

[vince]

Don't forget to pet the dog and give him a treat. Pretty much all good restoration work includes these type of duties. Thanks for the video man, much appreciated.

[neilstarkey]

Great job! I had a white one many years ago, wish I’d had something like this done with it now!

[wacokid]

I like how you don't talk all the way through and show detailed method of neck restoration. Bravo !

[sledgecity]

Oh man super entertaining and really high quality video man huge respect we Def need a part 2

[Defekcija]

That factory logo is Mercedes. You're welcome.

[MiaSutherland-iy]

'I'm going to zip it and check back in when I've got something useful to say'...98% of Youtube could learn a lot from this.

[Raymond-rriv]

Nice job and you make it look easy too.