Paint was acrylic enamel and it appears it has held up under the Tru Oil (fortunately) and wax. Stripped the electronics again today, insulated tape used on much of the braided wires just in case they were touching each other - well I know they are, you should try wiring this kit!! Plugged in and - nothing. Thought I'd try the switch in different positions just in case, and lo and behold I actually got what I believe to be both pickups sounding thru the amp in the neck position, so looks like a dud switch. Wondering whether anyone has tried a more expensive (therefore better??) switch from PitBull?