What is the tool called to remove the nut on the jack input?

Bobster · #2 05-09-2011, 12:15 PM

a wrench, or socket.

Bob

GlennW · #3 05-09-2011, 12:18 PM

Is it a pecan or a cashew?

**line6man** · #4 05-09-2011, 12:19 PM

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Originally Posted by GlennW

Is it a pecan or a cashew?

Which one is best for metal?

SGD Lutherie · #5 05-09-2011, 12:27 PM

Here's a very nice tool for the job:

STEWMAC.COM : ESP Multi Spanner

cr250_977 · #6 05-09-2011, 12:35 PM

the nut on the jack input removal tool

fourstringdrums · #7 05-09-2011, 12:38 PM

Just use an adjustable wrench. Chances are you already have one somewhere.

FBS1996 · #8 05-09-2011, 12:43 PM

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Originally Posted by GlennW

Is it a pecan or a cashew?

No. Just no.

FunkMetalBass · #9 05-09-2011, 12:47 PM

Crescent wrench, wrench, socket (probably 1/2" or 13mm in the latter two cases). Nothing too complicated or unobtainable.

jrfrond · #10 05-09-2011, 12:47 PM

A nutdriver (sometimes called a "spintite"), or a socket wrench. Deep sockets available in hardware and auto parts stores are perfect for jacks and pots.

AllParts sells "The Bullet", a nifty little device for tightening loose jacks without removal of the jack plate or pickguard. Just bought two of 'em. Worth every penny.

EdMerc · #11 05-09-2011, 12:55 PM

A de-nutter.

GlennW · #12 05-09-2011, 12:56 PM

Use an adjustable wrench. Most sockets are rounded on the inside edge and won't grip the thin nut.

SGD Lutherie · #13 05-09-2011, 01:26 PM

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Originally Posted by GlennW

Use an adjustable wrench. Most sockets are rounded on the inside edge and won't grip the thin nut.

I use sockets all the time. They don't slip.

But I'm going to second my recommendation and add a photo. This thing is great, and even works inside a bass when you have a loose nut on a panel jack.

**line6man** · #14 05-09-2011, 01:27 PM

I usually just use a socket wrench.

Rockmusician · #15 05-09-2011, 01:27 PM

Wrench, socket, pliers

cjmodulus · #16 05-09-2011, 01:31 PM

Some people need to lay off. The dude asked an honest question. Not all or us are that handy.

GlennW · #17 05-09-2011, 02:40 PM

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Originally Posted by SGD Lutherie

I use sockets all the time. They don't slip.

I think you're right, as usual. I've used sockets many times with success, but the last few times have been on a Tele with an Electro-socket or whatever it's called and the socket just wouldn't bite...maybe because the little screws were holding it up.

GlennW · #18 05-09-2011, 02:41 PM

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Originally Posted by cjmodulus

Some people need to lay off. The dude asked an honest question. Not all or us are that handy.

If you're referring to the pecan/cashew statement, it's called a joke.

Stingray89 · #19 05-09-2011, 02:43 PM

A socket wrench has always served me fine.

bassbenj · #20 05-09-2011, 07:37 PM

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Originally Posted by fourstringdrums

Just use an adjustable wrench. Chances are you already have one somewhere.

Or maybe visegrips...but only if you play country...

Sorry, I DO NOT recommend EITHER tool. They are BOTH are wonderful ways to scratch your bass and put gouges around the controls and jacks.

The proper non-wood gouging tool to use is a set of these:

Amazon.com: Olympia Tools 29-585 7Pc Gold Series Sae Nut Driver Set: Home Improvement

You can often find them cheaper in import stores. But you DO want a set with the hollow shafts. A socket set seems similar but note that when you try to use it on a pot the shaft sticks out and unless the socket is REALLY deep it won't work. The nut drivers with long hollow shafts fit over any pot and best of all limit the torque you can apply so you don't accidentally over-do things.

Get a set of nut drivers. An important "first tool" to start with keeping your instruments in shape.