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First, how are the fretts themselves ? If the neck is worn that
much, one would guess that some of the frets would need to
be replaced. If not, I wouldn't be too concerend with the cosmetics
unless the guitar is a 'cherry of some make. (Just my humble
opinion... If you want the guitar to look like new, then by
all means, that's your pursuit.)
Second, because of the tight tolerances involved in necks, a thourough
repair job may involve some close work... Personnaly, I woldn't
tackle this one myself, I just don't think that I A: have the know
how to do the perfect job, and B: have the tools required. I used
to work gutar repairs part time... Always had trouble getting
the necks done right...
The neck is probably the single most critical part of your guitar.
So unless you're sure you can handle this,, I'd seek professional
assistance.
Where are you located ?
I now of a GREAT guy for this stuff in Shrewsbury..
(Fast, affordable, excellent work, probably the best I've ever seen)
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| You shouldn't have to replace the frets to refinish the neck. The
finish is usually put on after it's fretted.
The type finish you want to use depends on what's on the rest of the
guitar. You have to have a compatible finish. I suppose I'd want to
know what kind of wood the fretboard is made of before I decided too.
I'd say your best bet is to take it to someone knowledgable and have
them check it out. They can probably tell you what's on there already
and recommend something to refinish it with.
As far as what to use to strip it with, that also depends on what's on
there now. Definately use a good quality stripper which is designed to
be used on wood and follow the directions. Some strippers can be too
harsh, especially the ones that don't have wood in mind.
Personally, unless it's causing some kind of a playing problem, I'd
agree with .-1 and say just leave it alone.
Greg
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You could save yourself some TIME & $MONEY$ if you seek proffesional
help...No, not for yourself, but the guitar! There is a place in
Shrewsbury Ma, called McDuffs...They do excellent work..at your price!
You could fix the Intonation of you guitar for about $50...Hassle free!
I would do this before screwing it up...which is more likely to happen
if you have never attempted such a task before! You might even be able
to replace the neck cheaper...As someone mentioned before,"This is an
extreemly sensitive area to mess with!" almost everything you want to
hear depends on those Frets! There some things even the best leave to
professionals..especialy when it comes with a gaurentee...!!!
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