Thanks, Simon. I love easy fixes. Glad to know the the thing won't fall apart when I clip that little tab off.

Next question: PBG did not send quite enough copper shielding tape to completely coat the pick-up and switch cavities. I got the pick-up cavities and the space under the pots pretty well covered. There are a couple of small areas of bare wood up under the 3-way switch. I priced the copper tape at the local electronics shop, and nearly burnt my fingers! Wow, pricey! Am I OK as it is, or is there an affordable alternative to finish covering the cavity interiors? Thanks again.