Hello,
I'm starting assembly on a strat style kit and need help with the placement of the neck screws. I rounded the edge of the neck pocket heel on the back of the body so a standard plate wouldn't fit and the screw placement on one of those doesn't work (one of the screws would be placed on the curve).
I attempted to place the screws where I thought they would work. I moved one further into the body and towards the low e end. Would this layout work? My main concern is strength. I hope the pictures show the curve clearly.
Don't worry, I've got countersunk washers to go into the body.
Another issue I'm having is drilling and placing the tremelo claw screws. I'm finding it awkward to get the right angle with a drill and the holes I have drilled so far are too angled so when the screws are inserted, they stick upwards too much, not letting the cover sit flat. Any advice?