So I pulled it all apart and re-tested the pots. As it tuns out, they're functioning just fine. Anyway, solved the problem by buying a pre-wired loom on ebay in the same set-up. Took just two minutes, one click and all for the cost of a Chiko roll and small big M. The parts aren't as good as the one I was planning but the end result will surely exceed anything I can put together. The quality will possibly match the limitations of the guitar. Now I can start on my new builds and stick to working with tools and mediums I understand.