1964 Gibson LG1 Repair Process

Gibson LG1
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Here's a picture of my setup. I have the pressure cooker heated by a small electric heater. There is an automotive hose attached with a small hose-clamp which terminates at the basketball needle. The needle is inserted into the 1/8" hole in the fretboard. If all goes well, and the pressure cooker doesn't blow up, I should have the neck off in no time.

BTW: The 2x4 is used for leverage. I felt I could push down the body at the shoulders of the guitar. This would put pressure on the 2x4 and the neck would just pop right off. (RIGHT!!)