Pro Guitar Tech's Most LOVED Things (and how to use them)

[@TulioG]

Jimi Hendrix also used zippo on his guitar once..

[@rayross997]

He used zippo to blaze the way.

[@KevinMerinoCreations]

🤣

[@goswo]

😂😂😂

[@sparkyguitar0058]

And we seen how well that worked out. I use rubbing alcohol instead.

[@caiusmadison2996]

​@@goswocleaned the finish right off that guitar lol

[@DaveTriesToPlayGuitar]

We need to have weekly or monthly "guitar tech tips with Ben" segment. These tips are so helpful specially to everyone that has no chance of going to a tech or just doesnt have the funds to send their guitar o a guitar tech

[@peghead]

I'm a Strat owner, and often I see Strats with 'over-torqued' pickguard screws, to the point that the screwheads are dimpling the guard, it's not only unsightly, but can lead to cracking the edge of the guard, I NEVER use a powered screw driver on pick guard or Tremolo/vibrato cover screws, I'm just not in that much of a hurry. P.S., I'm commenting on your comment because my computer won't allow me to post my own (it does that every now and then).

[@livewire4495]

An old Carpenter told me about Lighter fluid in 1968. He had a can in his tool carrier and I asked Him why. He explained what a good finished surface cleaner it was. I went home and tried it on the Finger board on my Strat and was sold. I mentioned it to my Dad and he showed me that he also carried a can in his tool box. All the Old-timers Knew about it, even my Mother. Asking Questions and being Curious has served me well over my Lifetime. People have always responded enthusiastically and seemed eager to Share. Love the content! 😎

[@DerekBolli]

Just be careful that you don't do a Jimi Hendrix 🙂🔥🎸

[@deputyrock3489]

Lighter fluid = naptha. Lighter fluid is about $0.85/fl. oz. Naptha is about $0.18/fl. oz. Don't buy lighter fluid. Buy naptha.

[@bobbrossify]

We use zippo fluid in plastic model making. Stuff has a billion uses.

[@hoilst265]

@@deputyrock3489 Yeah, and it'll come in a 1l bottle, too. It's what they sometimes use as dry-cleaning fluid. Dissolves a bunch of stuff, then evaporates instantly. Of course, it's dangerous as hell, which is why a lot of cleaners go up in flames.

[@tysonkonken-jj3vd]

Jesus man, what did that guitar EVER do to you.

[@edwardboot3431]

... Ben needs his own KZbin channel, what a great, easy to understand, and knowledgeable guitar tech. I could listen to this dude share tips all day long. His vast knowledge and simple maintenance tips remind me of Dan Erlewine.

[@KevinMerinoCreations]

This is a great segment for those of us who are hobbyist musicians and want to try to do a better job of taking care of our instruments. 👏👏👏

[@collisw8302]

Big time, I've been playing a long time but doing my own setups has always been daunting.

[@Tbonethe1nfinite]

It's great for anyone who takes guitar and music seriously.

[@AlpineJennings]

Rhett! Crazy as it may sound, these two videos are among if the most valuable content you’ve ever created. Thank you! So grateful for you!

[@officialWWM]

There is a tool designed to do exactly what you are doing with that razor blade. We use it in the auto painting industry. It’s a tungsten block and we use them for scraping off runs in the clear coat. They will literally last forever!

[@everythingbobbywolfe]

Do you have to sharpen them periodically like cabinet scrapers?

[@muranyimate-zene2602]

10:36 polishing, polishing, polishing 😂 Loved the @twoodfrd reference.

[@pwman]

I was gonna say that… we have a Ted fan!!

[@lewisllewellyn1263]

We need a 10 hour video with Ben.

[@andrewbecker3700]

I just use toothpicks to spread superglue globs. They work like miniature paint brushes if you smash the tips flat. I really liked this segment because he wasn't trying to sell you any specialized expensive tools only available from big name suppliers. 90% percent of luthier tools are not specifically for guitars.

[@Healcraft]

yeah it only get expensive when you need precision and quality tools for nuts / fret leveling etc, but even then just taking an extra long time with skill u can get away with less, but i wouldnt recommend it

[@solaris70]

what are luthier tools for ?

[@221b-l3t]

Use dispenser tips, much better, never dries out and super cheap. 100 cost a few bucks and that will last most professionals a decade, so for home use, spend those 3 bucks and dispeslnse superglue accurately. You will make up for it by no longer wasting glue so it pays for itself in one bottle of glue. And no need for a cap. If it dries out snip off a cm or so and replace once you snipped the whole tip.

[@mark.guitar]

Servisol super 10 is as good as "Dioxit" over here in the UK. Rather than razor blades I use Stanley knife blades coz' they last way longer and I have a box of 1000 in the workshop! The superglue guitar string tip is new to me and I was a shop repairer (using expensive nozzles). Superb video.

[@nickfox7756]

Ben explains his views very well and keeps everything extremely simple. I think working on your own guitar, has always looked complicated and dangerous and that keeps most guitar players-including myself- from trying this stuff out for themselves. He definitely makes things look like it’s no big deal. Can you do more videos with his tips and tricks? These two videos are super helpful

[@per-arneleijon6906]

Det are à Tool to use to det the trustrod

[@per-arneleijon6906]

There is no need to take of the neck there is a tool and you only have to take off the pickgard.

[@edhornby4885]

Lighter fluid is great for cleaning strings and will add life to bass strings which is great for that bass that sits in the corner and comes out on random occasions 😁

[@Jimjolnir]

I'm gonna have to give that a try!

[@mariamignone1530]

Thank you guys. I’ve been doing my own maintenance for 45 years and I learned so many new tricks and tip. I was just getting ready to clean and restring my les paul custom and my Gibson wm45 acoustic. So from an old fart I sincerely appreciate it. John

[@callycat23]

As a fellow full time luthier/tech my one advice for Ben regarding power tools for guitar purposes is to go to Ikea and buy the electric screwdriver they offer! Plenty enough power for most simple tasks in our trade i.e. neckbolts, pickguard screws, tuning keys, etc. but have a 15 speed governor that makes it invaluable. Can screw down pickguard screws without fear of breaking the guard due to too much torque.

[@Rockin_Rocco]

ben is the best! was there this morning. i bought a 1986 RAT pedal from them, but the jack was old and was messed up, took it back and he fixed it in 5 mins!

[@forestgreenman]

Cool Video! Can you do one with Ben that shows exactly his entire procedure for tuning and intonation? Sounds like he does a much more in depth job than I do and it is always great to see someone of his caliber showing his methods. Thanks again for a great video!

[@tostrmofo6686]

That's so great. I'm working on my own guitars for over 10 years now and I'm always using that stuff all the time. Lighter fluid to clean alsmost everything, especially the fretboard, toothpicks for the strap pins (I use the glue method) deoxit for the pots. Only thing I don't use is razor blades, but I also don't work on the finish besides relicing a guitar from time to time. I have uses razor blades for that before, but only to remove material. This is great that a pro also likes to use that inexpensive stuff, that get's the job done really well.

[@erikthompson404]

Thank you for this video. I look forward to the video that you do with your guitar tech where he demonstrates soldering. A switch, a pot, a cable, a ground etcetera. The common basic DIY repairs. It is very easy to be too hot or too cold for those of us who do not solder. “How not to make your very own cold joint” might be a title for this. Thank you.

[@stoffls]

Soldering is basically a question of experience. Don't ask me how my first soldering jobs looked. But by now I have put in new pickups and pots in more than one guitar and soldered all the cables for my pedal board. 200ft of cable and the jacks are so much cheaper than individual cables.

[@MrMark-mt8te]

1. Apply Acid Flux (unless using flux-core solder) 2. Heat the electrical post 3. Dab a drop of solder on the item you want to attach the wire to 4. Trim wire insulation back 1/4" 5. Touch bare wire to cold solder 6. Apply heat to the wire until the solder melts. 7. Hold the wire in place for 10 seconds (until it solidifies) 8. Wipe excess Flux off the joint.

[@richardchristensen1768]

Been watching vids on these guys for a while and as a GC tech in Alpharetta I did meet Ben once when he came in to our store and he was very polite to me and I knew he worked at RG in Roswell So now I've been catching these recent vids on the loves & hates And have to say I feel very validated because these techniques are the near exact spot on methods that I practice on my own and customers guitars everyday Ben as I've heard and seen is well respected for his skills I haven't ever worked a plek machine as leveling is by me done the old fashioned way Ben can do either Im know! Oh yes btw the "Luthier" string knots I have to deal with drive me nuts too!!!! Hate them!! Great series and very informative! 👍

[@FoofyNoo]

This guy has way more experience than me with guitars ... but ... I totally disagree about using fader lube. I remember people using that stuff on mixing consoles and basically having to replace all the faders a month or so afterwards due to incessant crackling. It does lubricate the faders but, as it is oily, it also attracts dust and dirt, unlike isopropyl alchohol which totally evaporates. Once in the pot or fader, you can't get the lube out, so the only real remedy is replacement. Obvoiusly it is much cheaper to replace a guitar pot than 48 mixer faders ... which I have seen done due to this issue ... but the principle is the same. All the other advice is brilliant and much of it is new to me. Thanks Ben and Rhett!

[@GC-ji3ye]

The super glue drop fill tips were great! Thank you!

[@steveapostolides2975]

I’m a picture framer (and guitar player) in S.E. UK. I would have to say, I have become expert at cleaning out Titebond nozzles!

[@lmn0potts]

#4 Billy Chapman did the same for my LP copy, toothpick and wood glue, I have not had to worry about my strap button for the past 20 years now.

[@maxo-mat581]

Really great and helpful information! Thanks for the Video, Rhett. I could watch Ben all day showing how things are done properly.

[@JeremyAndersonBoise]

I have been naphtha on guitars for 30 years, it cleans contacts decently well, too.

[@doknox]

As a tech/luthier this is 100% accurate! The first one is a bonus for me though. Never thought of that. I always just used some painters tape to hold the strings in place. Thnx👍

[@one0nine]

Been using the toothpick solution for years (I always dip mine in wood glue) - it works perfectly. I'm really, REALLY enjoying these - I mean, how often do any of us have the opportunity to just sit and pick the brain of a pro guitar tech? This, and the one on "Things Ben Hates" (LOL) are extremely helpful, and Rhett, I'm very appreciative of you doing these!

[@DrKevGuitar]

I love this guy. He say so many things that I tell all my client and students. I will say this though - People with power tools *who know how to use them correctly* will do less damage to a guitar than an amateur with a screwdriver they found in a drawer or at the back of the garage. Perfectly possible to over-tighten neck screws, strip the heads and/or threads, and crack the neck plate, by hand. Correct use of the torque control on a good power driver will make sure it never happens.

[@stuartp8658]

For any Australians, Naptha is Shellite here. It is amazingly useful!!!

[@eerokkitube]

On super rare occations you bumb into a video that actually saves you money, this happened just now😮 I had my strap button srew loose and I was about to bring the guitar to repair shop, now it is fixed! Thank you

[@zeroamplification]

Deoxit makes a spray for pots specifically called F5 that has lubricant in with the cleaner. It will not eat away at the carbon tracks in the same way D5 will. Use D5 for electronic connections that don't move and F5 for ones that do.

[@cloudconnect]

This is a myth that has been debunked many, many times. Deoxit does not degrade pots.

[@zeroamplification]

@@cloudconnect agree to disagree from personal experience

[@bretfuzz925]

@cloudconnect I had one amplifier that D5 started dissolving some plastic in some switches. Idk if it was the propellant or some other volatile compound in it. Based on that it could cause a problem with some cp film potentiometers. Tbh, I still use it on everything.

[@thorstenlohe8793]

I have a can of Deoxit at home, but I never use it because I can't stand the smell, plus it's hazardous. After a recommendation from a renowned German guitar-builder I switched to Ballistol, a gun oil. It works wonders on scratchy pots and stubborn, rusty screws. It's bio-degradable and totally non-toxic, even if you'd swallowed it.

[@walterw2]

good stuff! that said, two little notes: there's no good reason _not_ to put the titebond on the toothpick when filling the stripped hole before running the screw in; it takes hardly more time or effort and the result will be far stronger and more reliable that tele might have just been what was on the bench at the time of the demo but you _don't_ need to remove the neck to tweak it! the original tele design is that the pickguard slips right off without disturbing the pickup or even needing to loosen the strings, at which point you'll see a nice wide cutout between the neck pickup and the truss rod nut. adjust it with your offset screwdriver and you're good to go! same with the original '50s P bass, those little black bakelite pickguards were really just giant truss rod covers

[@JonDeth]

I have a bridge off in the other room with the strings capo'd, and another with a piece of velcro doing the same work. Super glue is also the finish repair's best friend. It's amazing how well it buffs to invisibility whether it's a lacquer or poly clear coat. I can do showroom finish quality work, but still find myself hack-smithing some projects for the sake of getting them done.

[@MrKbeaumont]

My father taught me about using tooth picks on screw holes and about lighter fluid when I was a teen in the 70's. I still use those today. A couple of years ago I bought a new motorcycle and it had stupid safety and EPA stickers all over it. They are required to put them on the tank. Warm up the sticker with a hair dryer to get it off. Then after it cools, use lighter fluid to remove any adhesive residue that may be left.

[@bobmaulucciproject]

I remember using old chewing gum to keep a pickup switch cap on as a kid. Probably not on Ben's list. But it did work.

[@wildpinesmusic4581]

Great tips! As someone who’s been getting more into the tech side of guitar it’s nice to hear how different people approach upkeep and repair

[@davidperezgonzalez1839]

I use the zippo gas to clean the fretboard sometimes, and the bridge and the strings every time I play and strings can last months without any oxide, but they still sound less bright with time, and btw its more noticeable on the E A D strings, and I have less broken string on the bridge due to oxidization because my sweat is just radioactive man, so its a very nice thing to have to clean and preserve form oxide all the metal parts. Other cleaners are probably dangerous for guitar and for your health, and zippo gas is cheap too.

[@augisanchez]

I feel like this series is like if Tested and Rhett's channels collided. Absolutely love this. Thank you Rhett. I'm sure it's way too much of a learning curve but would love if Ben had his own channel.

[@FreebooterFox]

I do a lot of DIY PC and auto work, and just recently started learning guitar. Been quite pleased to learn that I basically already have everything I need to fix and maintain my instrument. Bought a used floor model, and in cleaning and polishing it, all I could think of while doing that, was how much it reminded me of detailing my car. 😅

[@balmain2496]

Ben is a legend. I’d like to see him in more videos.

[@dchauser4]

Big House is my favorite "if I hit the lottery" store in Atlanta. That Lemmy Marshall bass stack gets my attention every time, and they always have a good selection of vintage basses. I also appreciate the selection of vinyl they have in the shop, too.

[@chrisegg7936]

I worked at a signage shop and we'd be cutting, gluing, and engraving acrylic all day. They cleaned EVERYTHING with naphtha and I couldn't believe how well it worked. Been a convert ever since.

[@xbreakfastcorex]

Clicked in to leave this tab open for later, immediately saw the Mills shirt, subcribing now as a result. Nice job.

[@mikeogle7545]

EVERY one of these mentioned on is my bench. You are correct, Sir!

[@towtracksoftware5963]

Lighter Fluid!! Brilliant!! I never would have thought that would be safe for a finish.

[@JoelBryant1960]

I absolutely love these Ben videos. I just cleaned up some junk off of the finish of my 79 Strat that had been bugging me for years. I was too afraid to use solvents on it before. Zippo to the rescue. Thank you and Ben for these tips. Love to have regular little tips and tricks from you and Ben on guitar fixes and maintenance 🎸❤️

[@peanutbutterisfu]

Nail polish remover works great to remove super glue, Many solvents will remove superglue and other things but obviously don’t use it on an area you glued together only use it in a situation like this were u got some in an area not intended. I have used gasoline many times to remove spray paint and the paint that’s used on roads from the paint on cars but no matter what solvent u use it has to be done with caution they are typically highly flammable, can damage the finish and when I use them them I wash the area after because even if it evaporated there is still some in the pours of the surface which can eat away at the finish. I also use this acid made to clean bare unpainted rims for painted surfaces that are oxidized or stained it makes finishes look like new in situations where u think u need to repaint but u can’t leave it on for too long just a few minutes because it will ruin the finish so it has to be washed off.

[@abigailsnyder9251]

I am loving Rhett’s channel these days! Almost feels like there’s been a refresh with the gear series and I couldn’t be happier. Thanks Rhett!

[@heiqqmtb6092]

Great advice, they teach some of these tricks in our luthery school as well! One point though, the part with lighter fluid being safe on everything is not entirely true, it might do some damage on a shellac ( french polish) finish. But, that is something you're not very likely to come across at least with electronic ones and not with factory made acoustics either, so in that way you're still pretty much safe :)

[@viniciusmarcilio3194]

Stewmac sells a great truss rod wrench for teles so you don't have to take the neck off. Only the pickguard.

[@JR-lx8nn]

Naptha. Great Stuff. I removed ball point ink from a lovely Martin D-28 with some Naptha. It did not disappear right away, but after several weeks, I suddenly realized it was gone, and all I used was Naptha as recommended by the Martin Guitar Factory rep. Saved my lovely guitar. Cleans off on its own and with a damp rag. JT

[@wesboundmusic]

More awesomeness! This gentleman really knows his job. OK, after 25 years. But still - I'm impressed! Thanks, learnt another ton!

[@bravotronalpha3787]

Awesome video. This guy's got some serious knowledge. I knew a few of these but didn't know the super glue trick for filling in dings. A must-try in the future for sure!

[@chrisbowie1994]

the trick with the capo is gunna come in clutch with my AV2 tele and strat when I need to make adjustments. thanks for that!

[@Cigarsnguitars]

Always great to see what others do on their workbench. Sometimes you pick up a new trick or a different use for an old tool. 😎🤘

[@PowRKord]

I see other's talking lighter fluid too. Years ago (like in the '80s) I asked an old guitar tec what his string-changing & board cleaning procedure is (was, now.) You may want to ask Ben his take on this. He told me 1st thing (on non-lacquered fretboards) after string removal was hit the board with lighter fluid followed by quick 0000 rubdown. Told me the fluid dried the wood just enough to clean around the frets really well. Clean (he used Formby's green furniture cleaner,) fretboard conditioner to re-swell, string n go. Been doin' it near 40 yrs here.

[@FastRedPonyCar]

Hot tip for the DeOxit spray: It works on tube sockets too! I had some weird sounds happening with my Jubilee and the guy who built it for me said to take the amp out of the head shell, pull the tubes and squirt a little de oxit into the socket holes and use a preamp and power tube to sort of work the stuff in/out of the tube pin holes and that actually fixed it.

[@msenecal]

I once maintained laptops for a salesforce. Lighter fluid was the best cleaner we had. Removes sticker and goo like nothing else.

[@DrejcD]

I love this guy, his calm energy. ❤

[@moose6676]

I have used lighter fluid for years on the neck of my guitar, it is amazing 👍🏻👍🏻 great video thanks 👍🏻👍🏻

[@skullndguns]

Great tips and explanation of the spotrepair, got some guitars to try that out on. I'd like to add that Instead of independent tools you could get a multitool from Ibanez, high quality tools, small size and adequate for on the road repairs and in addition a string cutter/winder from d' addario for exapmle.

[@joekruger8033]

I agree with everything that was discussed and I’m sure there were a lot of takeaways for many. The only no no that was done is the use of power tools; one slip and you’re screwed. Plus if the clutch is improperly set you will strip the screw, damage the head and maybe even break it off!

[@msspi764]

agreed. You need to be a jedi power tool person, be one with the tool, to do what he does. If you think you are, you probably aren't. Get a very complete set of hand tools. Nothing fancy, you can get almost everything at Harbor Freight or down in your grandfather's basement workshop.

[@valuedhumanoid6574]

I don't have an issue with power tools, they're using the wrong kinds. A DeWalt cordless drill motor that you build a deck with is not the right tool for luthier work. I have a Bosch power screwdriver that works wonders. It's designed for highly detailed work and have electronic chips that control the torque and speed. You cannot make it strip a screw hardly. It's not just a clutch. It senses when the screws are nearing full depth and adjust the power so it doesn't strip. But they're a little expensive. And using a regular screwdriver on the 4 neck bolts when you have to remove the neck several times would drive you nuts. Your wrist would be sore as hell.

[@bravotronalpha3787]

If using a power tool on a guitar, it's a good idea to have one with either an adjustable clutch or adjustable speed. That way you can lessen the risk of over-torquing any bolts or screws, as well as decreasing the likelihood of cross-threading or having the screw go in at a weird angle.

[@MooCow2X2]

As a frequent power tool user. They’re great for taking out. And also good for cinching screws close to depth. But in situations like this. Final torque with a hand screwdriver is my preferred method. (Also. Those clutches have different levels of torque depending on how fast you’re going in my experience. Inertia in the chuck and what not)

[@chrisandersen5635]

I might also be worried about it slipping out of the screw and damaging the finish. Yikes. 😮

[@garygratzer9670]

On the neck adjustment with vintage neck but access, I neatly dremel a slot between the neck pickup rout and neck pocket that allows access to the truss rod screw without removing the neck. Just take the pickguard off and there you are. So handy and invisible with the guard back in place. One exception would be if the guitar was a valuable vintage guitar. Nice video!

[@enricoalbor6588]

I’m using all these stuffs!!! And really, great; am doing every luthier works as diy projs(8-eg, 3-ag, 1-bg)!👍

[@cspace1974]

The adjustable clutch on those Dewalt drills is a big help in preventing overtightening. The ring with the numbers on it lets you adjust how much torque is applied before the clutch “breaks” (ie the bit stops turning and the drill makes the distinctive clicking sound). With a little practice you can tighten screws just as much as needed.

[@HayesR.J.]

GREATEST DIY VIDEO ON THE TUBE! Thanks for this Rhett!

[@Glicksman1]

On the ultra-rare occasion that I may wish to turn the truss rod nut on my '52 Tele, I do not take the neck off, or even loosen a single neck bolt. I take the pickguard off which adequately exposes the truss rod nut so that I might slip the end of a screwdriver into its slot and do the job. Upon reading this back, it t strikes me that this operation has a somewhat sensual flavour. Well, so be it. I do love guitars.

[@chrisnelson3670]

Thank-you, Rhett! To us wanna-be guitar tech/luthiers, this stuff is PURE GOLD! Props to Ben for sharing all of this!!!

[@jeffro.]

I grew up in Atlanta. I've been away for a long time. Sometimes i miss it. Whenever i do go back, I'm lost. It really has changed.

[@jimmyjoe1871]

I like the carpenters pencil trick for marking nut slots. That’s my favorite.

[@fmh357]

Wow, I've learned a heap about taking care of your guitar watching your channel. Thanks so much.

[@randywollin5732]

Love listening to Ben give his tips. Sometimes though he assumes we know how to do things that we don't know how like in my case he assumed I would know how set set my intonation. I assure you I don't, but I've seen some things to help out.

[@harveybc]

I'm amazed that I have virtually everything he talked about. One additional suggestion I'll make is pipe cleaners. They are great for getting into very tight areas.

[@timlaine6268]

I use naptha for cleaning during guitar refinishing. It also somewhat emulates what the guitar will look like after clear coating.

[@HankHopeless]

A most excellent video, and really useful for everybody from beginners to pro. There was even something for Me : the capo trick, which seems extremely useful !

[@metallicaman7000]

Pretty awesome video, more of that please

[@johnwehby7371]

Rhett, I really appreciate you letting us know about Big House Guitars. Didn't know they had moved into Showcase until your previous video.

[@FendCore]

Thank you Rhett and Ben!! The capo trick will save me a lot of time, and didn't know the glue + string-loop + razor blade + scotch trick = that's a blast!! I use: - A very similar solder iron from Weller but with adjustable temperature wich I found very usefull, bought on the used market that is bulletproof and very efficient. - "Essence F" (in France) that is equivalent to his zippo liquid I guess. - Electric contact cleaner bomb, no matter the brand but WD40 make a good one. The equivalent of the Deoxit I guess. Protip: for rosewood or any raw-wood fingerboard I clean it with alcool then nourish it with japaneese camelia oil.

[@RalphMercuroMusic]

Rock solid recommendations!!! Naphtha is a necessity for any DIY guitar player. In 2020 I bought a 79 LP Standard complete with 40+ years of gunky grime on the body and board. Naphtha stripped it all away with ease.

[@MrSpeakerCone]

I'm more of a studio tech, but I agree that power tools are perfectly fine to use on guitar, provided you know how to use the clutch. A good way to figure out which setting to use is to start with the lightest possible setting and only ratchet it up a notch if the clutch slips before the fastener is driven to the correct depth. After awhile you'll get to know how tightly your drill cinches things at each setting and you can move a whole lot faster.

[@JeremyAndersonBoise]

I have known a handful of world class luthiers and guitar techs, I get the sense that this guy, Ben(?), is easily in their league. He uses a drill like a skilled adult, that’s a good start.

[@221b-l3t]

You can get these tips for thin super glue, it's like a long thin plastic string with a hole in it and a cap that fits over the bottle. It'll only let out a drop of it, very easy to dose, used in miniature work. And the best part is the opening is so tiny and sealed by the liquid glue that it never dries out. So you just leave it. If it has been sitting for months the tip might harden, then you snip a couple of mm off and they usually cost 5 bucks for 100, so that lasts a lifetime. You never waste glue, never make a mess and you can dose it easily and you never forget the cap, you can throw that in the trash. Not sure what they're called but just google superglue dispenser tips and you'll find them. I discovered them from model boats. Used to regularly spill my superglue and make a big mess or run out because I used too much and had to remove excess constantly.

[@edwardwinkowski9263]

Really dig the capo idea for adjusting the truss rod..And remember kids be careful with the power tools🙂

[@TheGforcead]

I watched both videos, near the end a phone rings, one ring, I check my phone my KZbin is on my tv, which is hooked to a rcsa receiver connected to 6 sets of old school home speakers, and a car kicker at the base of the tv and another kicker behind my chair, basically 8 8 to 12 inch wolfers, I don't know if you add phone ringing or if it's natural, but it's so realistic or took me two videos to realize no one is calling me, it's on the video!

[@AJMjazz]

Deep well socket set (metric & SAE) with finger rachet drives are indispensable. And cheap at the local tool shop near the harbor. I use them all the time on pots, jacks, even as screw drivers with the right adapter and bit.

[@Barnesjc13]

I use a ALL of these as well at my shop in LaGrange, Ga. Great video!

[@JeremyLeech]

More guitar tech videos like this. I love them. Also shoutout to Ben!

[@dash4786]

I would love a tutorial on fixing an output jack wire with soder

[@shadowghst7704]

I use Mother’s Mag and Aluminum polish for frets. Works great!

[@richardvale214]

Here’s a variation on the toothpick method for repairing stripped out screw holes: instead of gluing in the toothpick and redrilling the hole, I mix some sawdust with wood glue and push it into the hole. While it’s still wet, I screw in the screw at the exact angle and depth I want it and the sawdust and glue forms around the screw. The result is a perfectly angled screw hole without the use of a drill and the challenge of drilling straight into the wood.

[@simonesaccheri3397]

I've been using the lighter fluid since forever! Best fretboard cleaner ever, but don't use it on maple boards, on some ones it actually stained the board!!! Never had a problem with rosewood or ebony. Also the tootpicks, been doing that since I had my first guitar :D

[@falquezfalquez]

That store looks amazing, great stop on a visit to ATL 🤘🤘

[@jay4vice]

deoxit was new to me. The rest you've re-enforced my self taught techniques thanks.

[@JosephGallagher]

Man, I HAAAATEEE the truss rod adjustment at the heel...

[@EL_DUDERIN0]

Ben is great, its almost like he should have his own channel ;)

[@wilhelmrogue1]

Agreed!!

[@kjellmartin190]

Naptha - great for taking the gooey residue from tape off mic cords.

[@DanielSchim]

Love the video! On a lot of those custom shop teles they actually have a little pocket that is under the pickguard that you can use a stewmac truss rod tool with and you can leave the neck on and just take the pick guard off. That’s my little cheat

[@sammacdonald6382]

Always a good episode when Ben is on it!

[@PuttinOnTheRiffs]

I love Ben. Every time he’s on I learn something