Originally Posted by: GuitardedGeezerI wonder if a custom strat with two humbuckers would get that chunky hard rock tone of a LP or does the wood and neck etc have that much to do with it?

Wood density and amount have a good bit to do with tone. Resonant properties of the wood have lots to do with tone. Pick ups and amps can help shore up the differences a little but don't really completely overcome the natural tendencies inherent in the wood.