For those among us who build guitars...

[Reaper]

How would you go about setting up a bridge? I've got a Carvin 22-fret neck (this), and I'm going to be going with either a flat-mount bridge, or a stopbar/tune-o-matic.
My questions are:
-How would you measure the distance so that the bridge is placed properly?
-What would you measure from (and to on the bridge)?
-How would you make sure it's properly aligned?

Also I'm looking at two different bridges here, both from Carvin. One is flat mount string-through-body (found here), and the other is a tune-o-matic/stopbar (found here and here). Which would you recommend and why? Is one easier to install than the other?

Also, I understand pretty well how pickup rings work (both of my electrics have them), but I don't know much about direct mounting these suckers, and it's something I'm considering doing. How exactly is this done (even just a diagram would help)?

Is there anything else I need to know about any of this stuff?

This is all for my summer project axe...

[Jupiter]

Hey Reaper!
Well, as for where to place the bridge, first you need to know what scale that neck is made to work with. If it's a 25.5 inch scale, then you'll want there to be 25.5 inches between the nut and the saddles/tailpiece { wherever the string touch first on the bridge }. As for how to get it lined up properly, i had the same question recently! If i understand correctly, you'll want to draw a perfectly straight line down the center of the body, and line your bridge/neck up like that.
I'd say these are questions better suited for the Project Guitar forum, myself. Check it out! Projectguitar.com .
Hope this helps,
Ben

[Reaper]

Thanks, and yes it's a 25.5. I'll definately check out the projectguitar forum. Thanks!

[Jupiter]

No prob ! Glad i could help. We aspiring guitar builders have to stick together!