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You will be assimilated". Adding CF parts to your 114 reminded me instantly of the growing progression of implants appearing on a newly assimilated Borg drone.......
Removing a pick guard is no big deal, Jegero. A little heat from a hair dryer, peel slowly starting from a corner, and use naptha to clean up any glue residue. If some areas are really stubborn then a little dental floss will help.
Very nice work on the truss rod cover, BTW.