Assembling/Wiring a Stratocaster Loaded Pickguard: Pots, Switch, Pickups, Cloth Wiring, and Knobs
Hack's Guitar Hobby · 6K views · 16:49
Skill Level
IntermediateTime Required
Half dayEstimated Cost
$50–200Equipment
Fender StratocasterTools Needed
soldering iron, solder, wire strippers, screwdrivers, multimeter*Shopping on Amazon using my link helps me and costs you nothing extra!* https://amzn.to/47KMCGH
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Building your own loaded pickguard is a great way to get exactly the parts you want for your Strat project. All it requires is a little patience, planning, and soldering skill. I'm assembling these parts for an upcoming project, so subscribe to see where I use them later. Hope you enjoy!
Parts:
Ogdni Pickups: https://amzn.to/4bHGWzv
Kaish Pickguard: https://amzn.to/48npdL5
Fleor 250K Pots: https://amzn.to/3OMdGOd
Fender 5-way Switch: https://amzn.to/3uF1NTG
Fender Knobs: https://amzn.to/4bJQo5u
Pushback Wire: https://amzn.to/49AYg7y
60/40 Solder (for pot/tremolo grounds): https://amzn.to/49WAuDp
63/37 Solder (for most connections): https://amzn.to/3UH2O8c
Tools:
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Solder Braid: https://amzn.to/3UEqWs9
Soldering Station: https://amzn.to/3OO6EbN
Solder Tip Cleaner: https://amzn.to/3SHqU02
Who am I? I'm just a hobbyist, not a luthier. I've picked up a few skills along the way, and I continue to learn. If you're into DIY projects and musical instruments or gear, you may enjoy my channel. If you do, please like, subscribe, and leave a comment.