Let's make your own guitar side bender

In this video, we will take you through the complete process of creating an acoustic guitar side bender. Whether you're a seasoned luthier or a beginner looking to learn more about the tools of guitar making, this video offers a step-by-step guide to building a side bender from scratch. We’ll cover everything from selecting the right materials to assembling the components and testing the side bender's functionality. The side bender is an essential tool in guitar construction, helping to shape the sides of the guitar to perfection. With detailed instructions and close-up shots, you’ll gain valuable insights into how the side bender works and how to use it effectively for bending wood. By the end of this video, you’ll have a better understanding of the side bender's role in the guitar-making process, as well as the skills needed to build your own custom side bender. Whether you're crafting an acoustic guitar or looking to enhance your workshop with this tool, this video is sure to be a valuable resource. Don't forget to like, subscribe, and leave a comment if you have any questions or thoughts about the side bender! Our website: https://www.stapletonguitars.com/ Instagram:   / stapletonguitars   Facebook:   / stapletonguitars   #foxbender #guitarmaker #guitarsidebender 00:00 Intro 00:06 Cutting guitar body shape template 00:35 Transferring the template on the plywood 01:01 Gaining the thickness of the mould 03:31 Making the base 04:04 Making the piston guides 05:03 Installing the guides 08:39 Securing the mould 11:05 Tension springs installation 12:33 Reinforcement bolts installation 17:17 Installation of the mould top 21:01 Threaded rod nut installation 26:08 Installation of the top platform 27:03 Making the side bender piston 31:37 Installation of the threaded rod on the piston 34:16 Marking the guides for the piston 35:05 Cutting the hight of the threaded rod 35:43 Making the piston guides 37:31 Handle installation 39:57 Bender assembly 41:33 Bender is ready 41:55 Guitar sides blank preparation 42:05 Slicing the guitar sides 42:34 Reducing the thickness of the sides 42:56 Preparing the side for bending 43:54 Placing the side into the heating element 44:35 Placing the heating element inside of the mould 46:15 Turning the heating element on 46:30 Starting to bend the guitar side 47:00 Bend the guitar lower bout 48:10 Bending the guitar upper bout 49:00 Bending the guitar waist 49:41 Take the side out of the mould 50:46 Checking the side surface 51:05 The guitar sides are ready 51:14 Place the sides into the solera