Gecko -> Alternative Heat Sources (Apr. 21 2006 10:57:06)
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I'm contemplating removing a fretboard, frets and perhaps later a bridge on my old negra project guitar and heat will be required. Obviously the LMI Surface Heaters would be best, but they are pretty expensive, particularly if they will only be used once or twice. There are two alternatives I have read about: 1. Regular household iron on the wool setting using steam. Why steam? I would have thought that steam would have a damaging/warping effect on the wood. 2. Model Airplane Sealing Iron. I have found one at Tower Hobbies for $13.00, with 100-350 degree thermostat, width 2.8” and length 4.75” which should be adequate for both a fretboard and bridge removal. Comments from anyone who has used either of these two heat sources for guitar work would be appreciated. Thanks.
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