This project is kind of a mashup

Hot off the CNC. The #WidebodyFunkay is modified into a 4-string version. The pickup pocket shape fits an original ‘70s CLFR pickup cover and the control pocket is substantially modified to allow our M-series preamp to drop in with a ‘70s CLFR control plate.

The #WidebodyFunkay 4-string test fit went great. A modern G&L 6-bolt neck fits perfectly, a ‘70s cover from Leo Fender’s laboratory drops in the pickup pocket, and a ‘70s control plate fully covers the redesigned pocket so the M-series preamp fits a specific placement.
Now doing a bit of sanding and probably assemble a functioning bass next week. Brother John already made some MFD pickup coils so we know we’ve got an accurate fitment to George Fullerton’s cover design and Leo’s coil dimensions.
This project is kind of a mashup of Fender Avenue eras from the 1970s to the present day. Exploring this reminds me of the great team George & Leo were, with Leo on the technical side and George on the styling side.