Fixing stripped screw hole for truss rod cover

[Super Iridium]

I found one of the screw holes on the truss rod cover is completely stripped. I know, not a big deal, but I'm a completely neophyte and don't want to ruin this lovely bass I have.

So do I --

a. jam a toothpick and glue into the stripped hole and then use the existing screw,

b. try to find a slightly wider screw that will fit in the hole and bite against the sides,

c. take the base to a pro, or

d. do something else entirely?

Thanks!

[stanley00]

Just stick a toothpick in the hole and break it off. No need for glue in a hole that small.

[Zooberwerx]

Originally Posted by Super Iridium

I found one of the screw holes on the truss rod cover is completely stripped. I know, not a big deal, but I'm a completely neophyte and don't want to ruin this lovely bass I have.

So do I --

a. jam a toothpick and glue into the stripped hole and then use the existing screw,

b. try to find a slightly wider screw that will fit in the hole and bite against the sides,

c. take the base to a pro, or

d. do something else entirely?

Thanks!

Correct answer. Works on control cavity covers, strap pins, neck screws, you name it. Does anybody ever really use these things for picking their teeth?!?

Riis

[Super Iridium]

Excellent news, thanks! Appreciate the help

[walterw]

no reason not to use a bit of wood glue in there too, though; just as easy, and truly fixes the problem.

(search "stripped hole" for a bunch of threads on this)