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Sight down the sides of the guitar to ensure the sides
do not appear to be bowed inward. You should be
dead on. If not, modify the length of the stretcher
either longer or shorter to correct any bow in the
sides.
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Once the stretcher is in place and the sides are “true”,
leave it in place during the entire process all the way
through the glue up of the top.
Step Six – Positioning the Plywood Template
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Use two spool clamps and position the plywood
template and the guitar top so they are flush at the ends.
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You’ll notice that the side of the body may not match the
plywood template at the point….no worries.
Step Seven – Clamping the Plywood Template
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Using firm pressure, push the sides in flush with the plywood template
and clamp using the spool clamps.
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Note the difference with just two clamps in position.
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This will ensure the top remains flat and any body twists are
eliminated.
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This allows for accurate marking locations for the
kerfing/lining pockets.
