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  1. Aug-29-2019, 5:52pm #1
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    Default a little help here

    OK guys/dolls what is the best way to correct a "Small" Back Crack on an early Gibson?
    Thanks in advance!
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    Default Re: a little help here

    Where is the crack? A seam separation at the lower bout is very common? Pix?
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  3. Aug-30-2019, 10:49am #3
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    Default Re: a little help here

    Waiting for the owner to get home & send a pic but he stated no seam separation. Supposed to be only a very small crack on only the back. Just trying to get ahead by knowing how to correct. I know what I would do if it were metal but wouldn't want it to spread later if possible.
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    Default Re: a little help here

    Hot hide glue.
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    Default Re: a little help here

    Yep, thinned hot hide glue worked into the crack by flexing it slightly.
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  8. Aug-30-2019, 5:20pm #6
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    Default Re: a little help here

    Thanks guys sounds easy enough
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