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A crack from the F hole past the bridge is pretty substantial - sounds like it's at least six inches long, and running against the top grain. Running against the grain is sort of a good thing.... because it probably won't lengthen as you play.

Cracks can almost always be fixed without replacing the top, but the top may (and probably will) have to come off to cleat the crack. But it's not a beginner fix - I'd get a luthier's opinion if you can.]]> Guitar Repair and Maintenance NoteBoat https://guitarnoise.forum/guitar-repair-and-maintenance/semi-hollow-repair-question/#post-380388 https://guitarnoise.forum/guitar-repair-and-maintenance/semi-hollow-repair-question/#post-43777 Tue, 08 Jan 2013 22:05:37 +0000
I have links to two photos of the crack. Unfortunately I only have my laptop's webcam to take pictures with, but you can see the damage in them. The first photo shows the crack starting at the bulge in the f-hole closest to the pickups, extending back to the bridge. The second photo is a good overhead shot of the whole thing.

Thanks for your help!

-Brad

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