Blackbird Posted June 19, 2019 Share Posted June 19, 2019 I have a pair of 1978 Klipschorns that I bought from a gentleman in Alabama about 8 years ago. The left side of the speaker had a blemish near the top of the midrange horn as shown in the photo. How do I go about getting rid of this spot that is about 2 feet wide and half a foot tall? Do I have to refinish the entire speaker? Thanks. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marvel Posted June 20, 2019 Share Posted June 20, 2019 I would take a look at Howard Restor a Finish. You should be able to match the finish you have on those. The klipsch label on the backs would indicate the original finish used when made. I've never used it but there are many forum members here who have. When do you get your moondogs back from the shop? Bruce Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blackbird Posted June 20, 2019 Author Share Posted June 20, 2019 7 minutes ago, Marvel said: When do you get your moondogs back from the shop? Bruce He said could take a couple weeks since he has quite a few amps to fix. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marvel Posted June 20, 2019 Share Posted June 20, 2019 I know you will enjoy having them back. They really are wonderful amps. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimjimbo Posted June 20, 2019 Share Posted June 20, 2019 There is a lot that depends on how deep the "blemish" is.....Howard's Restore a Finish is a good product, but isn't going to fix/hide deeper scratches, none of the wipe on/wipe off finishes is going to do that. You may need to go to fine steel wool in that area. However, there are many smarter wood magicians here than myself. Better closeup photos would help. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blackbird Posted June 20, 2019 Author Share Posted June 20, 2019 Here is a closeup. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimjimbo Posted June 20, 2019 Share Posted June 20, 2019 Looks to me like you could go with 0000 steel wool and Howards Restore A Finish. Apply with the grain, let it sit for a minute, and then wipe dry with a lint free cotton cloth, again wiping with the grain. Depending on the results, you may have to do it a couple of times, separated by 8 hours or so. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moit Posted June 22, 2019 Share Posted June 22, 2019 this restore job was done with 0000 steel wool and Watco rejuvenating oil i also replaced the fabric. these are older photos, the darkness in the finished photo has diminished over time as well Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
avguytx Posted June 22, 2019 Share Posted June 22, 2019 Photos aren't showing up for me. Just a minus sign in a gray circle. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moit Posted June 22, 2019 Share Posted June 22, 2019 https://photos.app.goo.gl/GyGNW6qWaewkrc298 maybe this link will work 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marvel Posted June 22, 2019 Share Posted June 22, 2019 Nice job, and the new grill clothe looks great. Bruce Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ceptorman Posted June 22, 2019 Share Posted June 22, 2019 Yes.....you sure brought those back to life. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimjimbo Posted June 22, 2019 Share Posted June 22, 2019 Wow, great! Glad the 0000 steel wool did the trick. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blackbird Posted June 22, 2019 Author Share Posted June 22, 2019 4 hours ago, Moit said: this restore job was done with 0000 steel wool and Watco rejuvenating oil i also replaced the fabric. these are older photos, the darkness in the finished photo has diminished over time as well Amazing job. I will use the 0000 steel wool and Watco oil. Do you think I should redo both speakers to have the exact match? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moit Posted June 22, 2019 Share Posted June 22, 2019 you will end up doing both once you see how nice they can look. Mine were very dusty/dirty so i started with a very mild solution of water and dawn dish soap, damp wiped them down, with dry cloth right after. Then the steel wool and Watco oil, which has no stain added, it will only bring back to life what you have. Good luck, post some photos 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimjimbo Posted June 22, 2019 Share Posted June 22, 2019 20 minutes ago, Blackbird said: Amazing job. I will use the 0000 steel wool and Watco oil. Do you think I should redo both speakers to have the exact match? Sure, if they look decidedly different, you should. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnKuthe Posted June 22, 2019 Share Posted June 22, 2019 On 6/19/2019 at 6:31 PM, Blackbird said: I have a pair of 1978 Klipschorns that I bought from a gentleman in Alabama about 8 years ago. The left side of the speaker had a blemish near the top of the midrange horn as shown in the photo. How do I go about getting rid of this spot that is about 2 feet wide and half a foot tall? Do I have to refinish the entire speaker? Thanks. Does the blemish affect its sound? If not, I'd not worry too much About it! John Kuthe... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimjimbo Posted June 22, 2019 Share Posted June 22, 2019 1 minute ago, JohnKuthe said: Does the blemish affect its sound? If not, I'd not worry too much About it! John Kuthe... Too late, and, no, for real. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blackbird Posted June 22, 2019 Author Share Posted June 22, 2019 26 minutes ago, JohnKuthe said: Does the blemish affect its sound? If not, I'd not worry too much About it! John Kuthe... No, but I want the speaker to look nice. However, it may affect the sound if I keep looking at the speaker's blemish and it distracts my music. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnKuthe Posted June 23, 2019 Share Posted June 23, 2019 24 minutes ago, Blackbird said: No, but I want the speaker to look nice. However, it may affect the sound if I keep looking at the speaker's blemish and it distracts my music. I hear that! But my La Scalas and Heresys look like crap but sound like angels! So I forgive them for their superficial blemishes! John Kuthe... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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