Micko Posted April 20, 2014 Share Posted April 20, 2014 Hi Can I use Jim Dunlop guitar on a 2004 Les Paul goldtop. It says in the packaging that certain polishes damage the finish Many thanks Micko Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deeman Posted April 20, 2014 Share Posted April 20, 2014 I used the Dunlop 65 cleaner and polisher. I haven't heard of or had any problems Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Micko Posted April 20, 2014 Author Share Posted April 20, 2014 Hi thanks The Dunlop 65 is okay with the nitro cellulose finish? Thanks Micko Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Micko Posted April 20, 2014 Author Share Posted April 20, 2014 Hi thanks The Dunlop 65 is okay with the nitro cellulose finish? Thanks Micko Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Bill Posted April 20, 2014 Share Posted April 20, 2014 Hi thanks The Dunlop 65 is okay with the nitro cellulose finish? Thanks Bill Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guitar God Posted April 20, 2014 Share Posted April 20, 2014 Yes, you can. I'm using Lizard Spit polish at the moment. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Micko Posted April 20, 2014 Author Share Posted April 20, 2014 I used to use lizard spit but it browned my toggle Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guitar God Posted April 20, 2014 Share Posted April 20, 2014 I used to use lizard spit but it browned my toggle I've never had a problem with Lizard Spit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
665 Posted April 21, 2014 Share Posted April 21, 2014 They usually just add "certain (insert anything here) may damage your guitar's finish. It's pretty much a liability thing. I have seen people put anything from Dunlop 65, to Goo Gone Gel and lighter fluid on a nitro finish to get stuff off of it. Most liquids won't do much, just wipe em off after you're done and stay away from any sort of motor oil / car fluids ;) Stands are by far the thing I've seen mess up nitro finishes the most... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JAddison Posted April 24, 2014 Share Posted April 24, 2014 I use Virtuoso Premium Cleaner and Polish and it's great stuff. Makes the guitar shine like it's brand new, feels nice and smooth, lasts quite a while, removes/masks scratches and smells good too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1963DaveG Posted April 24, 2014 Share Posted April 24, 2014 I use Naptha (lighter fluid) when gunk or grime is really bad on finish. I have also used Virtuoso Cleaner, but do not care for their polish. I prefer Gibson's pump polish and have the best results with it. Never tried the Dunlops but may give it a try as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kaicho8888 Posted April 24, 2014 Share Posted April 24, 2014 I use Naptha (lighter fluid) when gunk or grime is really bad on finish. I have also used Virtuoso Cleaner, but do not care for their polish. I prefer Gibson's pump polish and have the best results with it. Never tried the Dunlops but may give it a try as well. +1 me too! I unfortunately used polish on one vintage; sob...lost the old patina...but sure is shinny! If I feel like it, once in awhile I use carnuba car wax on nitro. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jimi Mac Posted April 24, 2014 Share Posted April 24, 2014 Hi thanks The Dunlop 65 is okay with the nitro cellulose finish? Thanks Micko Yes, I use it on my Les Pauls! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike1412blue Posted April 26, 2014 Share Posted April 26, 2014 I prefer yellow mustard and grilled onions Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
60Cycle Posted April 26, 2014 Share Posted April 26, 2014 I wipe mine down with the free Fender rags my shop gives away when you buy stuff. Old English lemon oil for the fretboards. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grenadilla Posted April 28, 2014 Share Posted April 28, 2014 I wipe mine down with the free Fender rags my shop gives away when you buy stuff. Old English lemon oil for the fretboards. I like Old English and there is a reddish Old English that adds moisture to dry fingerboards. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kaiser Bill Posted April 28, 2014 Share Posted April 28, 2014 If you can find it (and a co-signer) try a bottle of Stradella violin polish. I've used it for over 40 years. Good stuff Maynard. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Strat68 Posted April 28, 2014 Share Posted April 28, 2014 They usually just add "certain (insert anything here) may damage your guitar's finish. It's pretty much a liability thing. I have seen people put anything from Dunlop 65, to Goo Gone Gel and lighter fluid on a nitro finish to get stuff off of it. Most liquids won't do much, just wipe em off after you're done and stay away from any sort of motor oil / car fluids ;) Stands are by far the thing I've seen mess up nitro finishes the most... I ten to agree. back in the early 70's I owned and SG and L6S and when I asked some of the local players one said he used Pledge. I spend over 25 (until I sold them) years polishing both guitars with spray furniture polish with no damage to the finish. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
uncle mud Posted April 30, 2014 Share Posted April 30, 2014 Howard's feed and wax also does a great job. I've used it for years. I use it on fingerboards as well. Available at home depot. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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