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The Neck 

On a maple fingerboard you can apply a clear finish to the entire neck and fingerboard.  Apply several 
coats and remove buildup on the frets between coats.  An easy way to remove the finish buildup on the 
frets is to take a nail and file a half round slot in the head about the same size as the frets.  You can then 
use this to easily scrape any finish build up. 

If the neck has a Rosewood or Ebony fingerboard be sure to tape off the fingerboard before applying the 
finish.   

Electronics 

After the finish is complete you can begin installing the pickups and pots.  All the electronics can be 
mounted in the pickguard and wired.  The body is routed to allow the wires to run under the pickguard.  
The pots and switch come pre-wired in a harness.  Mount them in the pickguard along with the jack.  
Solder the pickups to the switch and pots using the below wiring diagram.   

The following diagram shows the connection of the pickups to the pots and switch. 

Pickup wiring diagram 

 

Summary of Contents for V Guitar Kit

Page 1: ...V Guitar Kit Assembly Instructions...

Page 2: ...ples of these chemicals are Lead from lead based paints Crystalline silica from bricks cement and other masonry products Arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber Your risk from these exposu...

Page 3: ...e result Warning These instructions assume that you are familiar with the safe operation and use of woodworking machinery and woodworking tools and understand the techniques used to assemble this proj...

Page 4: ...oles in the Neck 6 Installing the tuners 7 Installing the Bridge and Tailpiece 7 Installing the Pickups Error Bookmark not defined Installing the Nut 7 To install the nut 8 Finish 8 The Body 8 Solid C...

Page 5: ...t the neck Drill the mounting holes for the bridge Sand the body and neck Sand some more Finish the body and neck Assemble the guitar Wire it up Final set up and adjustments Plug it in and enjoy It s...

Page 6: ...it is centered in the pocket 2 Mark the holes 3 Center punch your marks 4 Drill the holes using a 3 16 drill bit Drilling the Mounting Holes in the Neck You should be able to fit the neck in the neck...

Page 7: ...ss drill 3 8 deep holes into the headstock Note Drilling the holes deeper than 3 8 could result in drilling out through the front face of the headstock Use a depth stop or tape wrapped around the dril...

Page 8: ...t has dried about ten to twenty minutes the excess can be removed with a cloth dampened with mineral sprits After about an hour repeat the process and let dry overnight If you have removed most of the...

Page 9: ...a Rosewood or Ebony fingerboard be sure to tape off the fingerboard before applying the finish Electronics After the finish is complete you can begin installing the pickups and pots All the electronic...

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Page 11: ...ring should be about 006 or just about the thickness of two sheets of paper If the gap is wider than 006 you should deepen the slot with a small needle file DO NOT FILE TOO DEEP Make sure when you fil...

Page 12: ...We hope you have enjoyed building your guitar If you have any questions along the way please email us at support byoguitar com...

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