 So I've been working on the build above for about 9 months now. Actually Im a college student so I really only had last summer and a few weeks in december to work on it. Anyhow, when I cam back in december, the change in humidity/temp caused a crack outlineing my trussrod slot. I guess I sanded and carved the neck a little too much. In december I tried to save it, but nothing really worked well. I first added a skunk stripe, but after installing it, I realized that the problem was alot worse that I thought. After a month of debate, Ive decided that the only way to truly fix it and be content with the build is to cut off the neck and replace it (its a neck-thru). I was wondering if anybody had some advice for me, things to watch out for, ect. I figure this will also be a good opportunity to put on some binding (something that I wished I had done). And lastly, Im wondering if anybody knows where I could buy a piece that fits my dimensions (or has a piece that they could sell me). The dimensions arent TOO important, but anything thats around 1.75 x 2.5 should work (Im not really sure of the length, but it should be a little longer that a standard guitar. Even if its a little smaller than this, let me know because I might be interested. I picked this piece up from a local woodworker who was retiring and selling off all his wood and equipment. I have no idea where I can find another piece that will work. I've checked alot of online but theres nothing. If anybody has a piece of curly maple thats around these dimensions (or knows where else I could get one) please let me know. I would prefer to get the neck replacement done when Im home for spring break. Any and all help is appreciated! Thanks! -Alex
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