Looking for Guidance on Building a Partscaster (Strat Body, Hardtail Bridge, P90s)

Hi everyone! I’m hoping to get some advice and guidance on building my first partscaster. I’m aiming for a Strat-style body with a hardtail bridge and two P90 pickups. The whole process feels a bit overwhelming, so I was hoping to learn from the community.

  • What’s the best way to go about this for a beginner?
  • Any tips on where to source quality parts (bodies, necks, hardware, etc.)?
  • Are there any specific brands or P90 pickups that would work well with this setup?
  • If you’ve built something similar, what are some pitfalls I should try to avoid?

I’m also really eager to learn as I go. Do you have any resources (books, videos, websites) that you’d recommend for someone new to guitar building? Any advice or direction would be much appreciated!

Thanks so much for any help you can offer. I’m excited to dive into this!