I have built bodies from scratch not necks, which is why I AM doing my 'homework' for this project, like I said sometime before, you have to start somewhere, I'm not just going to start and just work from there, this is why I am posting, so I can get some answers... I understand when you say not to start with an 8-string, but I already have more than enough 6-strings, AND 7-strings.. and my dream guitar now is an 8-string, since I can't afford an LGM or anything, I figured I'd build my own... but like I said, I'm doing my homework and making sure I will have everything I need and I have all the measurements etc... This is impossible and hey, this could turn out to be successful (which I hope for), I'm keeping this positive, NOT negative... I want to be motivated to make this thing as high quality and professional looking as I can. I just don't want to be discouraged, but I really do appreciate the support and suggestions, just keep them coming!!