Trussrod maxed on Fender but still has relief...

[BullHorn]

I just put some .45-.105 GHS Flats on my MIA Fender, they have a heck lot more tension than the usual strings I used to use (.40-.100 rounds).

Can something else be done? By sighting the neck, it seems to be almost straight...

[Slowgypsy]

What, actually, is the problem you're trying to fix? If you need more action on the truss rod, and as you say it's maxed out, just remove the truss rod nut and add a spacer... that problem solved... if that was the problem.

[BullHorn]

It probably is. I'll try to google 'adding a spacer' because I have no idea what that means.

Thanks.

[Slowgypsy]

Originally Posted by BullHorn

It probably is. I'll try to google 'adding a spacer' because I have no idea what that means.

Thanks.

Or you could simply do a search here on TB, 'cause it's a common fix for a truss rod that's maxed out. Essentially, the spacer is a thick washer type thing, about 1/8" thick I find works well. You remove the truss rod nut, add spacer, replace truss rod nut... you're done.

Truss rod nuts press against the body, which is wood. Over time the wood compresses, and eventually you run out of thread to use for tightening the nut. The spacer backs the nut out from the wood, and gives you a few more turns on the truss rod.

[narud]

Originally Posted by BullHorn

I just put some .45-.105 GHS Flats on my MIA Fender, they have a heck lot more tension than the usual strings I used to use (.40-.100 rounds).

Can something else be done? By sighting the neck, it seems to be almost straight...

try taking the strings off. loosening the rod, pulling the neck into back bow and then crank the rod back. if a neck isnt too far gone, ive had that help get some more life out of the neck.

[MNAirHead]

block it...

Fenders are known for bowed necks... may be limited.

[kellyrojo]

Bring the nut from the truss to the hardware store and try to find a washer that is a hair larger than the hole in the truss nut but has the same diameter as the outside of the nut. You probabaly wont be able to find a standards washer but a lockl washer will probably fit (you have to bend this straight with some plyers) buy 5 of each type of washer that you think might fit cause they are 20 cents a pop and you dont want to make numerous trips to the store. Get home find the one that fits properly on there then put 2 or three on the rod. Then screw the nut on. When you start to feel tension lightly pull the head of bass to create a straighter neck then tighten as you do this. Helps to have 2 people to do that. Do not tighten too far. 1/6 at a time. It may take a few days but who cares? This is your bass it needs to be caresed good luck

[waynobass]

Go back to 40-100 rounds. They sound better anyway.

[BullHorn]

Heh, thanks for all the suggestions everybody. I'll try adding a washer.

I've had those flats lying around my apartment for months, I just had to finally give them a try. :P