
Originally Posted by
RubenT
Quick update on the build. Yesterday I did the mock build and noticed a few things.
1. The bridge pickup did not fit properly, but that should be a simple fix.
2. Measuring the tailpiece is rather difficult if you don't have a long straight edge. So I decided to go to the shop and get my hands on some tools, namely the parts to build a notched straight edge, sanding beam and a long ruler.
3. I'm still in doubt about the finish, I like the look of the mahogany so I might go with a semi transparant red paint rather than the sparkle I mentioned earlier, this depends on what my tests will look like.
The plan for next week: Measure and drill the tailpiece and start leveling and crowning the fret board.