I love the deadpan, Canadian "humour" ( humor for those of us in the states) along with it being informative. One of the best guitar maintenance videos I've seen!!! Good job, sir
I like your vids because it's like you resent making them. It's like your wife is forcing you to go to brunch with her parents after drinking all night.
This force you speak of...perhaps a book should be written about this force. Maybe H.G. Wells book From The Earth To The Moon, with the mysterious substance Cavorite, invented to counteract gravity, was really a metaphor for this stopping this....force.
What would recommend with cleaning the yellow smoke grime off a pickguard? I have an old 1964 Epiphone Newport bass that was obviously owned by a smoker.
I freaking love your videos, man. You're a no-nonsense kind of guy, and I like that! Gets right to the point without a lot of fuss, cusses every now and then and delivers fine work. Consider me subscribed!
Lighter fluid is an oldie but goodie on electrics. Probably every old electric has had it used. I have a 100 year old acoustic with no finish left....I used bore oil on the fretboard....I know a damp cotton cloth is good for most, but what should I use on this...same thing and just make sure it's not wet...just damp, or a dry cloth??
where can i get a brush like that??? and is that what i ask for if i go into a hardware store??? thanks in advance love your vids.....never knew this about lighter fluid....always wanted to know what to use on my chrome and bridge stuff.....thanks so much for taking the time and doing these vids!!!!!!!!
Hi Dave, I couldn't find that Simple Green Max in the U.S. I found regular Simple Green Concentrated. The label says to not use it on unfinished wood. Because you're wiping it right off, it should be okay, right? I used it already on a couple of guitars, (both rosewood,I havn't tried it on ebony yet) before i read the label, and it works great. I just want to make sure I'm not damaging the fretboards. Thanks in advance for the help!
Hi Dave- love your vids. Funny AND informative! In your opinion what is the best thing to clean/polish both a poly and nitro guitar finish? I have a Gibson and an Epiphone.
Dave, have you ever tried 'bore oil' - used on woodwind instruments - after cleaning with a solvent like lighter fluid. Is your linseed oil the boiled variety?
Dave, I have an 'I-been-ezzed' EDB 500. The Ergodyne series with the plastic bodies? Just wondering if the old lighter fluid trick will be fine on the finish/body material? Keep up the great advice, been a huge help! Cheers
Hi Dave! I really enjoy your videos. I find that you give a lot of good advice. I cleaned my stratocaster rosewood fretboard yesterday with lighter fluid and then put some guitar conditioner/cleaner/protector solution on it. Afterward I cleaned the frets with never dull. I didn't cover the frets with tape though. When I looked at my guitar in the morning I noticed two of the frets had some white streaks on them. I haven't had a chance to investigate further since I had to go to work but is that anything to be concerned about? Thanks!
hey davey, i see you are using Demco artist series purified linseed oil. These are specifically used for oil paintings. I live in dubai, all i have here is Daler Rowney purified linseed oil, again used for oil paintings. Same thing right? no harm? I did come across boiled linseed oil in ace hardware, but my guitar is not piece of furniture.
Maybe it's a stupid question, but what about that lemon oil? I heard from a few sources that it is not recommended to use it, especially on your fretboard (maple precisely). So, should I use it or not? Thanks
what would you use on a guitar that is starting to oxidize slightly.... I have a vintage blacktop les paul that seems to be going that way....I have heard not to do anything to using car wax and a buffer...the last thing i want to do is gooch it... thanks Dave, I love your channel!
Dave, what would you recommend for cleaning a butt load of chrome? I have a banjo that needs some cleaning up and I'm not sure how to go at it without destroying the chrome. Thanks for the vids, always love watching.
TLTR: There is, but it's irrelevant in this case :) Boiled one takes longer to "dry" - which is not a problem, just feature. Also oil can be "boiled" and "purified" at the same time. Still no difference from the perspective of wood.
Dave I have a ancient acoustic, possibly from the mid 60's, and the finish has cracked over the years, from temperature variations and humidities, I'd guess, but I'm leery to use the lighter fluid on it, concerned it might affect the finish negatively or seep into the cracks... there's no exposed wood, but except for the neck, the finish is crazed, looks awesome and still sounds great... Ideas, or is fluid okay in your opinion ? Cheers!
Back in the late '60's I put patchouli oil on my fretboard. I don't know if it was any good for the rosewood but all the hippie chicks seemed to like it....Cheers
The shit on the fret board after the scrub is the stain that was put on it at the factory. I also use boiled linseed oil. It's a very fine oil on wood because it gets into the pores to protect the wood deep down and if enough coats are applied it ends with a very shiny finish. Colt used that method to protect wooden grip back in the 1800's. Getting that kind of finish requires patience since boiled linseed oil takes around a month to completely dry.
Dave, I would like to offer another tip for you. Try out stuff called " 'Mothers' Mag and Aluminum polish". The best metal polish I've ever used. I love it on hardware, just makes stuff shine better than new. Works on just about all metal, from aluminum to chrome, nickle to brass, Great stuff for any job. It's only about $11 a can, and I believe you can get it at Wal-mart or any other hardware store. I suggest you give it a try. GREAT for "Smoker" guitars! Anyway, great vid Dave, keep on rockin
Matt Glidewell silver polish clothes- what do you mean? Where to buy that? I bought a used 80's guitar and its coming soon, expecting it to be very dirty so I'm watching these cleaning techniques.
I cleaned my bass a few minutes ago with the help of your videos... little ronsonol and some linseed oil and this peavey millenium's quilted maple cap is back to errrrrr old self.... trans blue really shining =)
I know that a professional guitar repair guy might laugh at what Dunlop charges for their stuff but I bought the Dunlop System 65 Guitar Maintenance Kit awhile ago and I like it so much that I bought another one because I was starting to run low on Cream of Carnauba wax (oh that stuff is so good.) I have 12 guitars of all kinds and this kit really covers everything--if you don't have open grain fingerboards look for a simpler kit that doesn't have the fretboard Cleaner & Prep and Conditioner because you can't use them on maple necks (just use the standard cleaner and Carnauba wax.) The kit comes with a couple of nice clothes but you will need a bag of T-shirt rags too. It also comes with a piece of 8000 grit sandpaper (well it's not sand"paper" because it's got a stronger backing) which is great for polishing frets. I am not disagreeing with anything that Dave is saying or doing, I simply love this Kit and I use it every time I change strings--guitar spa day. My only complaint about the kit is that the fret board conditioner applicator is stupid. It's nice for the first 12 or so frets but then it doesn't fit so I just dab the liquid onto a rag. Just really nice and easy, good instructions for your first few times, I feel really safe using it on any guitar and the end result is really impressive. Thanks Dave for all of your videos!! You really make guitar maintenance and repair fun!
I know you are a firm believer in linseed oil, but was wondering if you had tried the F-1 oil from Global Music Depot yet. I have been trying to find linseed oil here in SW Ohio and had an employee at a store tell me that we are unable to buy regular linseed oil in Ohio and Indiana at this point. Is the F-1 worthy of cleaning and conditioning my rosewood fret board? Looking for alternatives for linseed oil. Thanks
used some lighter fluid and linseed on my Gibson es 347 35 year old guitar and I just want to tell you thanks for the advice it came out freekin beautiful
Dave I use windex on everything except bare wood if you use it on your feet board don't douch it wipe it off fast as you can than let it dry for mabe half hr than do the linsead oil.
Dave how come no steel wool over the fret board? just curious your thoughts on it !! That's what I was always told to use !! Thanks again, Love your vids, great stuff !
thats the difference between boiled and raw linseed oil. Boiled (which isn't actually boiled) has various solvents mixed in to dry faster. It is used as a wood finish to protect wood, keep out moisture and add a gloss finish. Works great on gun stocks. Raw linseed oil can take 2 weeks or more to cure which is why its great for fingerboards. It lasts a nice long time and keeps moisture in. Not the best for other things like finishing wood or oil based paints.
Hey Dave. The first video I ever watched of you, I closed it after 10s. Totally wrong impression. I actually thought you were a drunk, tuque wearing hoser, from Brampton, but now I'm addicted to your channel! Your knowledge, combined with your Canadian sense of humor, is a much fun to watch as it is informative. I think last time I was in Canadian Tire, I bought hockey gloves, and beer. Didn't know they sold tires, HA! Seriously though, is lighter fluid safe on nitrocellulose finishes like on my 2013 white Gibson SG Standard? PS: Don't get gooched!
@XmyAssYTmofo ya I was just asking..however it doesn't damage the fretboard !!..Like dave said it has been done for years ! Your not sanding it !! It only steel wool, its the left over shavings crap that would be an issue ! :)
my guitars frets are a little tarnished. its a new schecter that i got directly from guitar center in its originally box. should i use never dull to remove the corrosion on the frets or tape off the frets and use 0000 steel wool?
Dave, You are misunderstanding. I'm talking about a real walnut. I take walnut, remove the pulp from the shell and rub it into the fretboard. That would be pure walnut oil. The pulp is soft and does not scratch the board. It protects the wood by adding natural moisture to it. I've been playing for 51 years and have been doing this for 20. My Les Paul lives it, my '70 Martin D-28 loves it and my Strat (USA) loves it. I don't do this on my maple board Strat. I wouldn't use lemon oil because of the acidity, very bad. PS.I enjoy watching your videos.
I remember one of your videos, the ebmm silhouette special with the unfinished neck. I got an ebmm sm signature guitar with an unfinished neck. do you think using the same purified linseed oil is good enough for it? EBMM website mentions tru oil and gunstock wax for maintenance of the unfinished neck. I did my reserach on tru oil, it has about 11% linseed oil.
Hey Dave, I think you might be confused about Lemon Oil. Lemon oil isn't acidic and has pretty much shit all to do with lemons.. It's just mineral oil with yellow dye + lemon scent. Just for people reading this- Lemon oil isn't the same thing as lemon pledge or other cleaning product, I'm talking about stuff made for musical instruments. I use Planet Waves (It's a part of the D'addario company) lemon oil. It's only for fretboards through. Don't go putting it on the body. watch?v=qf61M3lBraY 4:00
Why no to Steel Wool on frets? Just personal preference or a reason to it? I've used Steel Wool for years and think it does a fantastic job so just curious.
th-cam.com/video/U_EcuLZyolY/w-d-xo.html Dave explains why it's a bad idea in this video. It's an outdated way of doing things and can quickly become a nightmare.
question for you dave. pure or boil linseed oil. I looked it up only to find 2 different answer. I bought the pure linseed oil before I checked it out. is pure linseed oil ok?
dave i've got horrible news. i was looking for some lighter fluid to clean some thick grime on my les paul. i asked my grandmother if she had any, and she came back with " goo-B-gone" I don't like the results. i think it actually ate away my finish. am i screwed? luckily it was a relatively small patch, but it was on the front.
hi dave i have a old guitar with tobacco finish,it has many light scratches in the clearcoat. what can i do? maybe water sandpaper,and then polish up? thanks!
Thanks a lot sir!!! your videos have been quite a teaching. Thankyou for taking the time out to reply. Good day. Ps: still awaiting a refretting video. someday hopefully. cheers!
***** If it was me, I'd keep that old bottle of Linseed oil. I'm sure you do! Handed down to you by guys long gone - that is the shit that matters! My luthier buddy, helping my make my very first guitar (a custom Tele), his wife dropped dead at work from a stroke - she was only 52. He still isn't over it and I can't blame him. But I need to finish this guitar too! Thanks for the great "movies".
I have a lot of buildup on the back of the neck on my 69 strat reissue. Would you use simple green and same technique as the fretboard or something else?
I love the deadpan, Canadian "humour" ( humor for those of us in the states) along with it being informative. One of the best guitar maintenance videos I've seen!!! Good job, sir
Jimi Hendrix invented the "lighter fluid on the guitar" trick back in 1967...but it only worked once per guitar.
Yes Jimi's cleaning accident is well documented and should be a lesson to the youngn's how not to clean your guitar.
@@Dug6666666 lol
I like your vids because it's like you resent making them. It's like your wife is forcing you to go to brunch with her parents after drinking all night.
This force you speak of...perhaps a book should be written about this force. Maybe H.G. Wells book From The Earth To The Moon, with the mysterious substance Cavorite, invented to counteract gravity, was really a metaphor for this stopping this....force.
Sounds like Ee or from Winnie the Pooh, on acid
What would recommend with cleaning the yellow smoke grime off a pickguard? I have an old 1964 Epiphone Newport bass that was obviously owned by a smoker.
Dave, how do curl my straight hair?
***** then how can i straighten my curly hair ?
i only discovered you the start of the year and i think youre a total legend. love watching your vids, better than tv.
I freaking love your videos, man. You're a no-nonsense kind of guy, and I like that! Gets right to the point without a lot of fuss, cusses every now and then and delivers fine work. Consider me subscribed!
Lighter fluid is an oldie but goodie on electrics. Probably every old electric has had it used. I have a 100 year old acoustic with no finish left....I used bore oil on the fretboard....I know a damp cotton cloth is good for most, but what should I use on this...same thing and just make sure it's not wet...just damp, or a dry cloth??
I love the commentary, it was educational and entertaining.
where can i get a brush like that??? and is that what i ask for if i go into a hardware store??? thanks in advance love your vids.....never knew this about lighter fluid....always wanted to know what to use on my chrome and bridge stuff.....thanks so much for taking the time and doing these vids!!!!!!!!
Hi Dave, I couldn't find that Simple Green Max in the U.S. I found regular Simple Green Concentrated. The label says to not use it on unfinished wood. Because you're wiping it right off, it should be okay, right? I used it already on a couple of guitars, (both rosewood,I havn't tried it on ebony yet) before i read the label, and it works great. I just want to make sure I'm not damaging the fretboards. Thanks in advance for the help!
Hi Dave- love your vids. Funny AND informative! In your opinion what is the best thing to clean/polish both a poly and nitro guitar finish? I have a Gibson and an Epiphone.
Love the videos Dave. Humorous and informative 👌
What's your opinion on the Music Nomad cleaning products?
It's good
Dave, have you ever tried 'bore oil' - used on woodwind instruments - after cleaning with a solvent like lighter fluid. Is your linseed oil the boiled variety?
Dave, I have an 'I-been-ezzed' EDB 500. The Ergodyne series with the plastic bodies? Just wondering if the old lighter fluid trick will be fine on the finish/body material? Keep up the great advice, been a huge help! Cheers
Hi Dave! I really enjoy your videos. I find that you give a lot of good advice. I cleaned my stratocaster rosewood fretboard yesterday with lighter fluid and then put some guitar conditioner/cleaner/protector solution on it. Afterward I cleaned the frets with never dull. I didn't cover the frets with tape though. When I looked at my guitar in the morning I noticed two of the frets had some white streaks on them. I haven't had a chance to investigate further since I had to go to work but is that anything to be concerned about? Thanks!
Thank you! Keep up the great vids
hey davey, i see you are using Demco artist series purified linseed oil. These are specifically used for oil paintings. I live in dubai, all i have here is Daler Rowney purified linseed oil, again used for oil paintings. Same thing right? no harm? I did come across boiled linseed oil in ace hardware, but my guitar is not piece of furniture.
Maybe it's a stupid question, but what about that lemon oil? I heard from a few sources that it is not recommended to use it, especially on your fretboard (maple precisely). So, should I use it or not? Thanks
what would you use on a guitar that is starting to oxidize slightly.... I have a vintage blacktop les paul that seems to be going that way....I have heard not to do anything to using car wax and a buffer...the last thing i want to do is gooch it... thanks Dave, I love your channel!
depends where it's oxidizing. if its surface rust. coke and aluminium foil will do the trick. obviously clean off the coke after.
Love the hammer where did u get it
How many electric eels does it take to change a light-bulb?
Dave, what would you recommend for cleaning a butt load of chrome? I have a banjo that needs some cleaning up and I'm not sure how to go at it without destroying the chrome. Thanks for the vids, always love watching.
Great! I'll pick up some. Thanks for the quick reply and again for the vids.
+sivad2 I used to play banjo, this stuff works well too.
www.simichrome-polish.com/
Is there a difference between purified linseed oil and boiled linseed oil?
TLTR: There is, but it's irrelevant in this case :)
Boiled one takes longer to "dry" - which is not a problem, just feature. Also oil can be "boiled" and "purified" at the same time. Still no difference from the perspective of wood.
one is hot the other not
Could you use a 100% tong oil??
@davey4557 Dave, do you use boiled or raw linseed oil?
Naphtha is not the same as methanol. Methanol is wood alcohol although sometimes it is called wood naphtha. Naphtha is a distillate from petroleum.
Dave. What about lanolin like BagBalm for the rosewood? Fore sake of not having linseed oil.
This lady loves your videos. As always, thanks for all the helpful info
"I know there's gals out there watching... I neglect you. I'm sorry." LOL
Too much linseed oil will raise the grain, the best I've found to keep moisture out is silicon spray, good for tremolo stops rust.
Dave I have a ancient acoustic, possibly from the mid 60's, and the finish has cracked over the years, from temperature variations and humidities, I'd guess, but I'm leery to use the lighter fluid on it, concerned it might affect the finish negatively or seep into the cracks... there's no exposed wood, but except for the neck, the finish is crazed, looks awesome and still sounds great... Ideas, or is fluid okay in your opinion ? Cheers!
Okay, mate, I'll get onto it tomorrow !
Thanks for the prompt reply, and really appreciate your videos, plenty of great info!
For a fretboard that has been dyed is there anything i should know bout cleaning it? would linseed wash it out for example??
Back in the late '60's I put patchouli oil on my fretboard. I don't know if it was any good for the rosewood but all the hippie chicks seemed to like it....Cheers
Would tung oil work instead of linseed oil? Because I already have a big can of tung oil
The shit on the fret board after the scrub is the stain that was put on it at the factory.
I also use boiled linseed oil. It's a very fine oil on wood because it gets into the pores to protect the wood deep down and if enough coats are applied it ends with a very shiny finish. Colt used that method to protect wooden grip back in the 1800's. Getting that kind of finish requires patience since boiled linseed oil takes around a month to completely dry.
evilcowboy
Should need a stain as rosewood has its own oil
Do you mean the regular simple green or is there a product called basis?
Dave, I would like to offer another tip for you. Try out stuff called " 'Mothers' Mag and Aluminum polish". The best metal polish I've ever used. I love it on hardware, just makes stuff shine better than new. Works on just about all metal, from aluminum to chrome, nickle to brass, Great stuff for any job. It's only about $11 a can, and I believe you can get it at Wal-mart or any other hardware store. I suggest you give it a try. GREAT for "Smoker" guitars!
Anyway, great vid Dave, keep on rockin
Can you show us a guitar that needs a neck shim? And how to do it? What to look for or what to measure
Dave's World of Fun Stuff I try to watch them all. Guess I missed it. Cool videos my friend. Thanks for doing all of these!
I find silver polish clothes very effective in removing tarnish from frets. gets the job done without removing any material of the frets
Matt Glidewell silver polish clothes- what do you mean? Where to buy that? I bought a used 80's guitar and its coming soon, expecting it to be very dirty so I'm watching these cleaning techniques.
I cleaned my bass a few minutes ago with the help of your videos... little ronsonol and some linseed oil and this peavey millenium's quilted maple cap is back to errrrrr old self.... trans blue really shining =)
I know that a professional guitar repair guy might laugh at what Dunlop charges for their stuff but I bought the Dunlop System 65 Guitar Maintenance Kit awhile ago and I like it so much that I bought another one because I was starting to run low on Cream of Carnauba wax (oh that stuff is so good.) I have 12 guitars of all kinds and this kit really covers everything--if you don't have open grain fingerboards look for a simpler kit that doesn't have the fretboard Cleaner & Prep and Conditioner because you can't use them on maple necks (just use the standard cleaner and Carnauba wax.) The kit comes with a couple of nice clothes but you will need a bag of T-shirt rags too. It also comes with a piece of 8000 grit sandpaper (well it's not sand"paper" because it's got a stronger backing) which is great for polishing frets. I am not disagreeing with anything that Dave is saying or doing, I simply love this Kit and I use it every time I change strings--guitar spa day. My only complaint about the kit is that the fret board conditioner applicator is stupid. It's nice for the first 12 or so frets but then it doesn't fit so I just dab the liquid onto a rag. Just really nice and easy, good instructions for your first few times, I feel really safe using it on any guitar and the end result is really impressive. Thanks Dave for all of your videos!! You really make guitar maintenance and repair fun!
How long until the wiped linseed oil is dry and hard on the fingerboard ? thanks
Also, what do you think about baby oil? Or just Mineral Oil for Oiling the fret board?
@davey4557 who taught you all this knowledge??? and would you take on an apprentice? great vid! :)
Waiting for a video like this to come out. Thanks a lot Dave!
I know you are a firm believer in linseed oil, but was wondering if you had tried the F-1 oil from Global Music Depot yet. I have been trying to find linseed oil here in SW Ohio and had an employee at a store tell me that we are unable to buy regular linseed oil in Ohio and Indiana at this point. Is the F-1 worthy of cleaning and conditioning my rosewood fret board? Looking for alternatives for linseed oil.
Thanks
You are the man Dave! Just one question...what the F is a GOOCH? We dont know that word way down here in Virginia!!
:)
used some lighter fluid and linseed on my Gibson es 347 35 year old guitar and I just want to tell you thanks for the advice it came out freekin beautiful
Hey Dave! What are your thoughts on using mineral spirits instead of lighter fluid to clean fretboards?
Hi there Dave, what are your thoughts on using tung oil for rubbing into the fretboard?
Wouldn't Howard feednwax be good as well? Also where is the link for the surgeon spung
So I could use the basic simple green on the fretboard or is there a company called basis?
Dave I use windex on everything except bare wood if you use it on your feet board don't douch it wipe it off fast as you can than let it dry for mabe half hr than do the linsead oil.
I use Windex too. Its good if your guitar isnt that dirty. It's safe as long as you spray it on the rag.
Dave how come no steel wool over the fret board? just curious your thoughts on it !! That's what I was always told to use !! Thanks again, Love your vids, great stuff !
ernie ball recommends using birchwood casey tru-oil, is it any good?
thats the difference between boiled and raw linseed oil. Boiled (which isn't actually boiled) has various solvents mixed in to dry faster. It is used as a wood finish to protect wood, keep out moisture and add a gloss finish. Works great on gun stocks. Raw linseed oil can take 2 weeks or more to cure which is why its great for fingerboards. It lasts a nice long time and keeps moisture in. Not the best for other things like finishing wood or oil based paints.
He sounds like Mike from Breaking bad
+Yuval Tankel He sounds like Tommy Chong.
+Yuval Tankel hahaha you sire have awesome observational skills bro!!! haha \M/ \M/
Hey Dave. The first video I ever watched of you, I closed it after 10s. Totally wrong impression. I actually thought you were a drunk, tuque wearing hoser, from Brampton, but now I'm addicted to your channel! Your knowledge, combined with your Canadian sense of humor, is a much fun to watch as it is informative. I think last time I was in Canadian Tire, I bought hockey gloves, and beer. Didn't know they sold tires, HA! Seriously though, is lighter fluid safe on nitrocellulose finishes like on my 2013 white Gibson SG Standard? PS: Don't get gooched!
why do you do everything back to front?
@XmyAssYTmofo ya I was just asking..however it doesn't damage the fretboard !!..Like dave said it has been done for years ! Your not sanding it !! It only steel wool, its the left over shavings crap that would be an issue ! :)
my guitars frets are a little tarnished. its a new schecter that i got directly from guitar center in its originally box. should i use never dull to remove the corrosion on the frets or tape off the frets and use 0000 steel wool?
Does never dull prevent pitting ?
would lighter fluid clean off oily stains from the finish?
Dave, You are misunderstanding. I'm talking about a real walnut. I take walnut, remove the pulp from the shell and rub it into the fretboard. That would be pure walnut oil. The pulp is soft and does not scratch the board. It protects the wood by adding natural moisture to it. I've been playing for 51 years and have been doing this for 20. My Les Paul lives it, my '70 Martin D-28 loves it and my Strat (USA) loves it. I don't do this on my maple board Strat. I wouldn't use lemon oil because of the acidity, very bad. PS.I enjoy watching your videos.
is it safe to use lighter fluid on an old finish thats quite worn and checkerd?
linseed oil good for maple necks or rosewood only? dave?
I remember one of your videos, the ebmm silhouette special with the unfinished neck. I got an ebmm sm signature guitar with an unfinished neck. do you think using the same purified linseed oil is good enough for it? EBMM website mentions tru oil and gunstock wax for maintenance of the unfinished neck. I did my reserach on tru oil, it has about 11% linseed oil.
So does boiled linseed oil work then or do i need to find refined linseed oil? Sorry for being such a gooch!
Dave: Really, it puts an awesome shine on Rosewood.
what about lemon oil?
Definitely Recommend fine steel wool to polish frets. Brings them up really nice (provided they aren't gouged to death)
Hey Dave, I think you might be confused about Lemon Oil. Lemon oil isn't acidic and has pretty much shit all to do with lemons.. It's just mineral oil with yellow dye + lemon scent. Just for people reading this- Lemon oil isn't the same thing as lemon pledge or other cleaning product, I'm talking about stuff made for musical instruments. I use Planet Waves (It's a part of the D'addario company) lemon oil. It's only for fretboards through. Don't go putting it on the body. watch?v=qf61M3lBraY 4:00
Rags with linseed oil on it.. can get hot even catch fire.. so water down or keep in closed container
Thanks for vids. :)
I put mine out to dry. once they are dry they are safe.
What about almond oil coz I use pure almond oil to oil my rosewood fretboard?
dave was it you who showed hendrix to use lighter fluid?????
Turtle wax express shine works great I use it on my78' strat,epiphone 310 and sg been doing this for years and have yet to have a problem,
hey dave i've got a small question, what would you use to clean a gibson sg faded??
rubbing acohol work for string cleaner right?
Dave, are there any alternatives to simple green max or could I just use the basic simple green all purpose cleaner?
Why no to Steel Wool on frets? Just personal preference or a reason to it? I've used Steel Wool for years and think it does a fantastic job so just curious.
th-cam.com/video/U_EcuLZyolY/w-d-xo.html
Dave explains why it's a bad idea in this video. It's an outdated way of doing things and can quickly become a nightmare.
Thanks for sharing!
Dave .thank’s for the tips. Be safe. You do a lot of guitar stuff.is thair anybody that does drum kit restoration?on video’s? 🥁
I've used Pledge for 20 years...works fine...definitely going to try out Linseed Oil....thanx for the great vids & advice.
Napha? Is that what lighter fluid is?
Hey Dave, I have a Hagstrom Viking with a "resinator" fretboard. Will all the cleaning stuff you mentioned still be fine on it?
I use 90 gear lube on my fretboard .WOW where do you guys get this stuff.
i can't find this linseed oil in my country...what other oil you suggest me??
Dave, would it be alright to use lighter fluid for gold hardware?
question for you dave. pure or boil linseed oil. I looked it up only to find 2 different answer. I bought the pure linseed oil before I checked it out. is pure linseed oil ok?
dave i've got horrible news. i was looking for some lighter fluid to clean some thick grime on my les paul. i asked my grandmother if she had any, and she came back with " goo-B-gone"
I don't like the results. i think it actually ate away my finish. am i screwed? luckily it was a relatively small patch, but it was on the front.
can u use never dull alsomon ss frets?
hi dave
i have a old guitar with tobacco finish,it has many light scratches in the clearcoat.
what can i do? maybe water sandpaper,and then polish up?
thanks!
How would you clean the bridge, like on a Les Paul, theres all kinds of Dust and shit in mine I dunno what exactly to do.
Is it ok to use lighter fluid would it not harm the finish on the guitar
would "simple green pro hd" or "simple green concentrated all-purpose " works?
probably the simple green that's not to harsh
Never thought this video would make me laugh so hard
Thanks a lot sir!!! your videos have been quite a teaching. Thankyou for taking the time out to reply. Good day.
Ps: still awaiting a refretting video. someday hopefully. cheers!
Dave, is boiled linseed oil the same as the stuff you use?
Thanks Dave!
***** If it was me, I'd keep that old bottle of Linseed oil. I'm sure you do! Handed down to you by guys long gone - that is the shit that matters! My luthier buddy, helping my make my very first guitar (a custom Tele), his wife dropped dead at work from a stroke - she was only 52. He still isn't over it and I can't blame him.
But I need to finish this guitar too!
Thanks for the great "movies".
Dave can you use linseed oil on a maple fender bass neck
hey Dave, can Simple Green be used to clean the body too?
@@DavesWorldofFunStuff no the dog is cool, it was my jealous girlfriend
I have a lot of buildup on the back of the neck on my 69 strat reissue. Would you use simple green and same technique as the fretboard or something else?
thank you, I will try that
or windex
What do you recommend to clean flattops? Same lighter fluid?