I could have sworn that I read that the early Mexican made Fenders used USA made bodies and necks because the Ensenada plant wasn't able to produce their own. Now, I can't seem to refind that information. Also, were bodies made at this time made of poplar with an alder veneer?
My Google-fu skills are weak!
The reason that I ask is that I'm about to have the guitar refinished, new pickups installed, and the neck sanded and lacquered up vintage amber style.