Ok, so originally I had the hinge on top with the strings ran through it like a tailpeice. Problem was the break angle sucked on the bridge which required a wooden 1/8" shim under the bridge. This in turn raised the action which I didn't like. After scratching my head for a couple days I drilled the end of the neck block out, used 1/8" roll pins for string ferrules, and used the hinge to prevent the strings from biting into the wood. Sustain is much better, the volume improved, and best of all I managed to get rid of the bridge shim which lowered the action.
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Thanks guys. I enjoyed it the way it was but now I'm real happy with the way it sounds and plays.
Good thinking Austin!
Good on you. Glad it came out new and improved!