That's outstanding, tremoloman! I love the idea of taking a less expensive guitar and turning it into something personal. How does it compare with a MIM Tele? The one I played a few months ago was pretty darn good, and while it didn't have the full on Tele "SPANK" of which you speak, it 'twernt too bad...
Guitars:
Fender 2006 MIM Fender Stratocaster HSS in 3TS
Ibanez RG 570 with a bridge Invader
ESP M II Deluxe with a Tune-o-Matic bridge
Eleanor, the magical, mystical Road Worn wonder Tele
Blackstar HT Club 40