Here's an update of the few steps i could go through this weekend...
I installed the tuners to both necks and i confirm 18 tuners completely unbalance the piece as expected....
I think it will be difficult to balance the piece without adding more weight, but i'd be interested if anyone have any advice that might help.
Then, i grounded the posts and pulled them in.
As soldering training is now 20 years old, it definitely shows but shuold be fine enough.
Since i used all shielded wire i ordered, i had to use the "original" wiring for now.
Unfortunately, i now figure that the 3 "sg" type switches (switchcraft 90 degree model) i ordered will be kept for a future project as i need ordinary switches, my mistake.....but for now i used the original that came with the kit.
When i installed the bridge and saddles to precisely confirm the scale before i drill the neck pocket holes, i notice the necks could be more angled to help lower the action in the higher fret positions.
Seem like i have enough heel height to sand to perfect fit, but i am not sure how i am suppose to calculate exactly how much to sand and how to angle the sanding.....
I know i could buy a maple shim online but again, i am not sure how to calculate what would be needed....Any advise would be welcome.
It is the reason why i haven't put string on the beauty yet and as you can expect, i would be ready to perform necessary steps anytime soon once i have some advice.
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