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Neck Straight/True EXCEPT Treble Side, Last 5-6 Frets???
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Author:  Tidewater [ Sat May 19, 2012 5:51 am ]
Post subject:  Neck Straight/True EXCEPT Treble Side, Last 5-6 Frets???
I went to check out an "excellent" condition 1982 Ovation USA. I forget the model number. It sounded nice and was in excellent condition. BUT, taking a look down the neck revealed a slight 'bump' on the treble side from fret #14 on back, and only really affecting the B & e strings. What brought this to my attention was the fact that any note picked on the high E beyond the 9th fret was dead. So, I'm guessing the owner played cowboy chords and never noticed. Benefit of the doubt.

I passed on the purchase totally because I don't know how to address such a deficiency. Now that S.O.B. is haunting me. I like a good challenge.

I don't have pics - didn't bring a camera with me. Can anyone relate to what I've described, and offer solutions for repairing this sweetie for use beyond the first 9 frets? And any idea what causes this type of deformity?

Thanks!
Author:  Clinchriver [ Sat May 19, 2012 6:48 am ]
Post subject:  Re: Neck Straight/True EXCEPT Treble Side, Last 5-6 Frets???
Depending on the severity of the bump a good fret leveling could take care of the problem. Not a big deal.

Or you might have to pull some/all the frets and level the finger board and refret.
Author:  Tidewater [ Sat May 19, 2012 8:43 am ]
Post subject:  Re: Neck Straight/True EXCEPT Treble Side, Last 5-6 Frets???
Clinchriver wrote:
Depending on the severity of the bump a good fret leveling could take care of the problem. Not a big deal.

Or you might have to pull some/all the frets and level the finger board and refret.


Thanks. I kinda figured such a thing. Maybe if I pulled all/most of the frets and sanded the bump/hump? I may go back a look at it again.
Author:  B. Howard [ Sat May 19, 2012 1:28 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Neck Straight/True EXCEPT Treble Side, Last 5-6 Frets???
I'd try a level and crown before I pulled any frets. Of course the price of the guitar should reflect it's shortcomings.
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