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Post by angelodp on Apr 25, 2017 13:17:33 GMT -5
Hi, I seem to have a recurring issue with a 335 Artisan Gibson that I have. The parts are 'gold' color and or brass ( pickguard mount, some screws ). I don't paly the guitar very often and after a month or so in the case, a number of parts do develop a rust or greenish tinge. The green/blue dust is raised. I buff the parts ( screws and mount ) and get them cleaned up, but it returns. The strings also get rusty. I do clean the strings, I do use a moisture absorption bag ( the canvasy things with pellets in them ). Now I have just tried coating all the parts with an evaporative rust inhibitor that leaves some wax behind. Maybe the Gibson case is moisture prone? I do not have this on any other Gibson guitar case setup.
Would appreciate any feedback or suggestions.
Best A
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Post by cynical1 on Apr 25, 2017 17:23:50 GMT -5
Brass is an alloy containing copper. That's where the green stuff comes from.
Easy fix. Head to your nearest home improvement store and score some brushing lacquer. Grab a small brush and put a coat on any exposed portions of the screws\brackets\whatever. It dries to a mil and stays put until you unscrew them
As far as the strings, you're in Florida, right? Google Jaco's account of what happened to his first upright bass and I believe you'll find your answer.
Happy Trails
Cynical One
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