Even though I didn't get many responses I decide to post this for the ones that wanted it. I tried to make this as informative as possible but if you have any questions or comments please feel free to Post.
Here is what is getting built
It works great and feels very good in my hand.
Here is the part list of what is needed to build it you may already have these items if not I will tell you where I obtained them. If you are anything like me once you build your first mod you want to keep on modding everything. So I recommend that you get a few of these parts so that when mod fever comes over you. Everything you need is right there.
Madvapes - Until 10/19/12 they are having 10% off sale with code VAPERCON
510 sealed battery connector - $1.49 Either silver or brass. They can be a pain to solder so Madvapes offers prewired ones for $2.99 its up to you.
Horn Switch - $.89 they come in many colors and have been very sturdy for me with a nice clicky feel when pushed
$2.99 New chrome switch picked up a couple so far like the way they look but no clicky when pushed
LED - $.49 to $1.59 Come in 3mm or 5mm with many colors to choose from pick the one you like (they come with resistor needed added to package so no need to buy separately)
If you don't already have batteries and a charger you might want to pick some up. The way this mod is built you can use 16340 or 18350 or any battery that will fit a 19mm x 38mm (Spring fully depressed) holder. You can pick IMR or protected your choice I recommend at least 2 (1 charging while other being used)
If you have never been to this site look around some they have a lot of great stuff especially for DIY
Vapoligy - They have a 5% off code Outcast vaping. Plus they offer a lifetime 10% off for current and former military (any Military or Veteran get 10% off FOREVER! All they have to do is create an account then email me a scan or anything that proves military service of any kind in any branch to jim@vapoligy.com and I will code them to a special Military personal account wich gives the military discount on all prices, then on top of that they can still use a coupon code for even better savings.
http://www.vapoligy.com/index.php?l=product_list&c=27
Battery spring plates .99 a pair I found these and like how sturdy & easy to work with these are. But you can use any type of connectors or holders you want. Just adjust the sizes accordingly.
Another site worth looking around for other stuff he even carries kanthal, nichrome, and wick for when you get a Rebuildable atomizer.
3 6 inch red wires and 3 6 inch black wires - solid or stranded 20 to 22 gauge
Small rare earth magnets - A few months ago I went on amazon and bought (50) 1/8 x 1/16 magnets but can't remember where I bought them at but I believe radio shack carries 1/4" ones which should work you need at least 4
Home depot
Hobby board red oak $1.49 for a 1 1/2" x 1/4" x 2 foot I love the grain on these. They also come in other widths and lengths if you decide to make more mods.
3/4" wood screen $2.29 for 8 foot length. If you already have a piece of wood 3/4" wide use that. If not get this and cut it in half in the store for easier carrying.
Tools needed
Hopefully you have most of these already which will save you money. If not most can be picked up at Home depot
Drill and various bits
Soldering Iron
Solder and flux or solder embedded with flux
Hand Saw
Miter Box
Some type of Clamp I picked up mine at Big Lots Years ago and can't remember how much. Home Depot sells them for aroung $10 bucks. or you can use tape or string or whatever clamp parts together until glue dries
Some type of Wood Glue make sure its stain-able (Liquid Nails from Home depot has been working for me)
Super Glue
Hot glue gun
Wire strippers
Various grits of sandpaper
sanding block
Small can of Wood Stain Pick the color you like best at Home depot near the paint section. I use MinWax brand with success
Small can of fast drying polyurethane same as above
Alright now that is out of the way lets get to it shall we.
First off using miter box cut red oak hobby board you need
(4) 2 1/2" pieces look at them find some interesting patterns and mark those for your front and back other 2 left and right
(2) 2" pieces again mark them top and bottom
(1) 1 3/4" piece marked as angle panel
from screen wood you need
(1) 2" piece
(1) 3/4" piece
Helpful Tips - Always use the same tool for all your measurements
Measure,mark and cut. Do not mark all your cuts at the beginning and then try and cut them 1 after another some pieces will be longer than the others.
Run sandpaper lightly over cut edges to remove excess before you measure.
always cut on same place of the mark whether you go left/right or directly on the mark.
If you have access to power tools like a table saw or sanders use them it will make this much easier.
This is usually when I let the glue fully cure over night So will stop here and finish post later.
The final push
I hope you enjoyed my tutorial.
Its a pretty great feeling when someone asks you where you bought your mod and you are able to tell them No I made it.
Here is what is getting built
It works great and feels very good in my hand.
Here is the part list of what is needed to build it you may already have these items if not I will tell you where I obtained them. If you are anything like me once you build your first mod you want to keep on modding everything. So I recommend that you get a few of these parts so that when mod fever comes over you. Everything you need is right there.
Madvapes - Until 10/19/12 they are having 10% off sale with code VAPERCON
510 sealed battery connector - $1.49 Either silver or brass. They can be a pain to solder so Madvapes offers prewired ones for $2.99 its up to you.
Horn Switch - $.89 they come in many colors and have been very sturdy for me with a nice clicky feel when pushed
$2.99 New chrome switch picked up a couple so far like the way they look but no clicky when pushed
LED - $.49 to $1.59 Come in 3mm or 5mm with many colors to choose from pick the one you like (they come with resistor needed added to package so no need to buy separately)
If you don't already have batteries and a charger you might want to pick some up. The way this mod is built you can use 16340 or 18350 or any battery that will fit a 19mm x 38mm (Spring fully depressed) holder. You can pick IMR or protected your choice I recommend at least 2 (1 charging while other being used)
If you have never been to this site look around some they have a lot of great stuff especially for DIY
Vapoligy - They have a 5% off code Outcast vaping. Plus they offer a lifetime 10% off for current and former military (any Military or Veteran get 10% off FOREVER! All they have to do is create an account then email me a scan or anything that proves military service of any kind in any branch to jim@vapoligy.com and I will code them to a special Military personal account wich gives the military discount on all prices, then on top of that they can still use a coupon code for even better savings.
http://www.vapoligy.com/index.php?l=product_list&c=27
Battery spring plates .99 a pair I found these and like how sturdy & easy to work with these are. But you can use any type of connectors or holders you want. Just adjust the sizes accordingly.
Another site worth looking around for other stuff he even carries kanthal, nichrome, and wick for when you get a Rebuildable atomizer.
3 6 inch red wires and 3 6 inch black wires - solid or stranded 20 to 22 gauge
Small rare earth magnets - A few months ago I went on amazon and bought (50) 1/8 x 1/16 magnets but can't remember where I bought them at but I believe radio shack carries 1/4" ones which should work you need at least 4
Home depot
Hobby board red oak $1.49 for a 1 1/2" x 1/4" x 2 foot I love the grain on these. They also come in other widths and lengths if you decide to make more mods.
3/4" wood screen $2.29 for 8 foot length. If you already have a piece of wood 3/4" wide use that. If not get this and cut it in half in the store for easier carrying.
Tools needed
Hopefully you have most of these already which will save you money. If not most can be picked up at Home depot
Drill and various bits
Soldering Iron
Solder and flux or solder embedded with flux
Hand Saw
Miter Box
Some type of Clamp I picked up mine at Big Lots Years ago and can't remember how much. Home Depot sells them for aroung $10 bucks. or you can use tape or string or whatever clamp parts together until glue dries
Some type of Wood Glue make sure its stain-able (Liquid Nails from Home depot has been working for me)
Super Glue
Hot glue gun
Wire strippers
Various grits of sandpaper
sanding block
Small can of Wood Stain Pick the color you like best at Home depot near the paint section. I use MinWax brand with success
Small can of fast drying polyurethane same as above
Alright now that is out of the way lets get to it shall we.
First off using miter box cut red oak hobby board you need
(4) 2 1/2" pieces look at them find some interesting patterns and mark those for your front and back other 2 left and right
(2) 2" pieces again mark them top and bottom
(1) 1 3/4" piece marked as angle panel
from screen wood you need
(1) 2" piece
(1) 3/4" piece
Helpful Tips - Always use the same tool for all your measurements
Measure,mark and cut. Do not mark all your cuts at the beginning and then try and cut them 1 after another some pieces will be longer than the others.
Run sandpaper lightly over cut edges to remove excess before you measure.
always cut on same place of the mark whether you go left/right or directly on the mark.
If you have access to power tools like a table saw or sanders use them it will make this much easier.
This is usually when I let the glue fully cure over night So will stop here and finish post later.
The final push
I hope you enjoyed my tutorial.
Its a pretty great feeling when someone asks you where you bought your mod and you are able to tell them No I made it.
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Goes to show that you can build a very nice mod without a bunch of expensive tools. Good job!
etc etc. Would really like to make my own mod that ain't a crappy project box 
. But that is the reason I got into making wood mods in the first place because
