Hey everyone,
Got my first kit a couple of weeks ago and a few days ago finally unboxed it and started reading the forums here. There's such a wealth of information here I thought I'd start by saying a huge thanks to everyone who contributes.
So, the first thing I picked up was to do a mock build, which I kind of did, I seem to have everything and it all seems to go together OK but I didn't go to the extent of putting on strings etc. Main reason being it only dawned on me when trying to put it together just how difficult it is to construct a hollow-body. I hadn't really thought about it before but there's no way my fat fingers are going to enable me to put most of it together. I've found info on using 5mm tubing to pull things through but wont' be able to get any for a few days at least.
Anyway, having read a bit on sanding I bought the best sandpaper I could find and I've now given everything a first go over with some 220. I then read that I shouldn't be sanding the front veneer at all??! I don't seem to have caused any damage but I'm guessing I should leave it there?
My kit seems in really good condition, there's really no glue-spots and only one minor blemish in the front wood-work. I'm thinking a further lite sand with some 320 and then 400 on the sides, back and neck should be OK? I'd love to hear your thoughts on sanding a hollow-body kit.
Thanks!