G'day from Sydney

[Bungee]

Hi all
Just Ordered a TLA-1R kit. I have been playing for 30 years and always wanted to build my own, looking forward to the challenge.
Cheers
Ben

[Brendan]

Welcome along Ben - the Tele's are a great place to start.

Recommendations:
1. Mock build first off - check that everything's there and that there are no issues with anything (uncommon, but easier to deal with up front than later);
2. Start a build diary - take photos;
3. Any problems - stop, update the build diary, grab a bevvy of choice, sit back and think about it - help is never far away;
4. Take your time;
5. Get used to sanding .

[Bungee]

Welcome along Ben - the Tele's are a great place to start.

Recommendations:
1. Mock build first off - check that everything's there and that there are no issues with anything (uncommon, but easier to deal with up front than later);
2. Start a build diary - take photos;
3. Any problems - stop, update the build diary, grab a bevvy of choice, sit back and think about it - help is never far away;
4. Take your time;
5. Get used to sanding .

Hey Brendan. Thanks! I have a feeling there's a bit of sanding involved ...

[andrewdosborne]

Welcome to the forum Ben! Looking forward to your Tele build.

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[gavinturner]

Welcome Ben!

cheers,
Gav.

[Bungee]

Thanks Andrew and Gav. I am looking forward to it.

[wazkelly]

Hi Bungee, welcome and look forward to what you do with your Tele. Have you settled on any colour or finish yet?

[Bungee]

Hey Waz. I am thinking of a blonde finish, with the grain showing through. I ordered the White pearl pick guard. I spotted a blonde in one of the other builds and really liked it.

[wazkelly]

Sounds sweet. Did you get a maple or rosewood fret board?

[Bungee]

Gone for the rosewood.