Okay, fixed my old router, then tested it on some scrap wood. Worked great so I cut the neck pocket, all free hand. Worked pretty well and I left a mm on the inside to make a tight fit. I'll be spot sanding that with a Dremel. It's very much like fitting a gun barrel into a stock but you can't use the candle trick since the neck would burn. Also attached is a pic of the whole blank so you can see the planned outline.

All the rest of the parts have been ordered. Chrome sealed tuning machines, two chrome covered humbuckers, other chrome hardware. Looks like I'm going to have to order the long shank pots from a different dealer, but thats all that's left to buy, (plus the finish lacquer and sealer).

Merry Christmas to everyone, btw.

GG