Lonestar Abused!

[stash49]

Hi folks. I went to GC today and what do you think I saw? An 'O5 LSC 1x12 combo used for $850. So what? Well, It was originally a custom order white tolex with tan grill, but some #@!%^$ing IDIOT had spray painted the entire amp gloss black, grill and all. They didn't even prime it. They did not even take the guts out. They just did a half assed job tapping over the knobs and wipping off the splatter. I took it it in the loud room and we took through the changes-all channels and modes and wattages-the thing sounded freakin' perfect-brand new in every way. What a crime! Who did this! There can't be too many white LSClassics made. I want to find the punk who did this and knock him up side the head with his skateboard!

 

[ned]

I would low ball them and get a sweep amp on the cheap.

 

[verity38]

haha you guys are awesome..but that is pretty horrible thats like seeing a dead animal on the side of the road that you like.

 

[stash49]

I think I'm going to pick it up after work. I'll post some pics befor, and after I refinish it. I fell sorry for it, you know! :shock:

 

[NuSkoolTone]

I would DEFINITELY lowball those guys for that amp. You'd be LUCKY to get $500 for that on ebay. Spray painted like it was done by a 12 year old? That's just silly.

I wonder if you could strip the paint.. probably end up with it in the creases which could be worse I suppose. From your description, how much worse could it get? Worth a shot I suppose.

 

[ylo]

Stash 49: Here is your chance to use a little smarts to gain financially from someone elses stupidity.

I recommend removing the chassis, speakers, grillcloth first.

I recommend purchasing some mild, citrus-based paint stripper to get the paint off the vinyl. Try this on an inconspicuous spot first to make sure it doesn't dissolve the vinyl. You may have to use a soft toothbrush as well. Use plenty of newspapers or a tarp on the floor when ready to tackle the cabinet.

You will probably have to get a replacement grillcloth.

With a little work this baby will look like a million bucks again. Have fun!

 

[JPIndustrie]

If it sounds great, who really cares how it looks?

 

[stash49]

Here it is -the picture does not do it justice-it's UGLY. It looks like it was dipped in roofing tar! The plan is to strip the tolex-sand, stain, and finish with tung oil. Also, I'm going to cut a nice piece of cherry wood for the name plate to attache to. I love Boogies!

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[MaxBoogie]

On the plus side, I bet nobody will want to steal it!

 

[stash49]

The tolex was so horribly disfigured I had to strip her down. Any one know where I might get this covered in Snakeskin? (or simulated, stronger faux-snakeskin)?



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[stash49]

The guts-absolutely perfect!


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[scotspine]

The tolex was so horribly disfigured I had to strip her down. Any one know where I might get this covered in Snakeskin? (or simulated, stronger faux-snakeskin)?



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i would just varnish that. it'll come up beautifully. not solid wood i know but...

 

[ylo]

Stash49: It's starting to look good already.

Parts is Parts has Python and some other cool cover materials:

http://www.guitar-parts.com

Try also http://www.tubesandmore.com/


Chris, Boston MA

 

[Monsta-Tone]

Mojotone will do it for you for around $200 + the materials.


http://www.mojomusicalsupply.com/


I had them do a rush job on my Soldano, it was Snakeskin now it's burgundy, like a Rivera. It cost me $150 for the head.

I would recommend letting them take their time though. The job they did on mine is great, but I feel that it is always good to let someone take their time when it comes to a finished product.


I can do it for the same price, plus materials, but I haven't figured out how to do the Mesa leather corners yet. I usually use metal corners after I'm done.

 

[Barry]

The tolex was so horribly disfigured I had to strip her down. Any one know where I might get this covered in Snakeskin? (or simulated, stronger faux-snakeskin)?



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Coming along nicely . The former owner needs to be punched out . what an idiot . I seem to remember hearing that they use hair dryers or something when applying vinyl to amps,cabs, etcc. I suppose it makes it more plyable to get around corners, etc.. .

 

[stash49]

Here it is in temporary status with the rest of my rig-I want it to look razor sharp and and righteous, just like it sounds. I am thinking to have it done in black taurus, tan grill and tan piping like the ACE, and do a frontplate out of solid cherry. What I really need is a real Mesa handle-tan, leather corners-tan, and piping-tan as well.


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[Undecided]

I've got a LSS 2-12 combo in the black tan finish --- custom ordered from Mesa. I think this is just a great color combo. I've got a black/tan head cab on order right now and plan to transfer the chasis over to the new head. So, I don't need the combo cab anymore. If interested, I'd sell the combo cab.

If nothing else, it'll give you an idea of what your LS combo is going to look like!

 

[mesanomad100]

spray paint,boogie,what a f**kin idiot,I mean why but a custom option in white when you could have got it in freakin black!!!!
I agree If you find him take him outside and give him a good smacking with his skateboard,stupid fool


hahahaha,
lookin good though.

 

[stash49]

Can you put the guts of a LSC into the combo cab of a LSS? That would be cool!

 

[Undecided]

Can you put the guts of a LSC into the combo cab of a LSS? That would be cool!

I understood that to be the case that the LSS and the LSC chasis were the same dimensions and had the same mounting points. A call to Mesa would probably answer the question.