lower gauge and tension

[hkrle]

if using lower gauge (compared with original gauge), I thought the tension is lowered, do I need to adjust truss rod?
Pls advise. thanks.

[knuckle_head]

Yes you likely will. There is less tension on the neck with lighter gauges, removing some or all of the relief you have.

[hkrle]

Originally Posted by knuckle_head

Yes you likely will. There is less tension on the neck with lighter gauges, removing some or all of the relief you have.

thanks! in this case, should I loosen the truss rod ? pls advise.

[knuckle_head]

Originally Posted by hkrle

thanks! in this case, should I loosen the truss rod ? pls advise.

Indeed, you would have to loosen the truss rod - this assuming the neck moves when you switch your string set out.

[Brass Nut]

Originally Posted by hkrle

if using lower gauge (compared with original gauge), I thought the tension is lowered, do I need to adjust truss rod?
Pls advise. thanks.

Caution;
Gage is not relevant to tension. A lighter gage could very well be higher in tension than a heavier gage. Not always but it's best to check first.
Just my $0.02
BN

[tdogg]

theres only one way to find out.... just try it. truss rod adjustment are pretty easy

[knuckle_head]

Originally Posted by tdogg

theres only one way to find out.... just try it. truss rod adjustment are pretty easy

....and damn cheap if you DIY.