Wacky Idea For A Mosrite Bass Project

[dubtrub]

I'm trying to track down some tools for finishing the shaping on the horns. There is a local woodworking supply shop that I'm going to visit on Tuesday. I have a router but nothing good ever happens when I use it.

Looks to me that the only tools you need to properly shape the horns is sandpaper. Or, am I missing something?

[rcblair]

I could do the shaping with sandpaper but if I can get a small curved rasp or something like that I think I'd get better results. I'm always looking for an excuse to buy new tools.

Rick B.

[rcblair]

The neck arrived today so I did some quick fittings and pics. I'm pretty sure I can make a Mosrite-style bridge and tailpiece.

Body with neck.


Possible bridge and tailpiece.


Headstock.


Nice figuring on the fingerboard.


Pickups? Who knows?


10-minute prototype of a bridge saddle. I don't like the acorn knob because it's too big. I may fab a cover for the bridge anyway.


Rick B.

[KRamone27]

This is going to be a pretty awesome project. Glad I could be part of it

[rcblair]

Kevin,

I just sent a couple more measurements for the neck that you will need if you build some original-style necks.

Rick B.

[KRamone27]

Ok great Thanks Rick

[rcblair]

I roughed out a bridge and tailpiece. I'm still not sure if I am going to use them. Hipshot makes a sweet D-style bridge that would look great on the bass. If I can find one for less than $200.00 I may go with that.

Rick B.

[KRamone27]

Well done sir. I'm really enjoying watching this take shape.

[stl80]

Is that fretboard nice or what?
Jim

[rcblair]

OK, I haven't been slacking. I've been practicing wth the router and I should be ready pretty soon to work on the neck pocket. I was unhappy with the bulk of the bridge so I made another one. The wood on the tailpiece is still being shaped.

Rick B.