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Truss rod bolt? stripped rod?

Discussion in 'Hardware, Setup & Repair [BG]' started by Dennis098, Jul 4, 2008.

  1. Jul 4, 2008 #1
    Dennis098

    Dennis098

    May 3, 2008
    Virginia
    Hey i've had my wrench slip a good number of times adjusting my 2008 jazz truss rod.
    Its beginning to get stripped.
    I heard that you can replace the nut.
    how would I take the stock nut out and where could i get a new one?
     
  2. Jul 7, 2008 #2
    Jimbob Jones

    Jimbob Jones

    Sep 9, 2006
    Birmingham, UK
    to take the stock nut out, you need to get a bigger wrench so it doesn't slip any more. IME if you get the perfect fit wrench, you have to wiggle it a fair amount to fit it in, but when it's in, there isn't a chance of it slipping.

    As for a new nut, try http://www.stewmac.com/shop/Truss_r...tted_Truss_Rod_Nut/Related_items.html#details
    i couldn't find a hex one anywhere, but as it is "for fender" i would guess it will fit your thread fine. :) hope that helps!
     
  3. Jul 7, 2008 #3
    fretlessman71

    fretlessman71 Still beats havin' a job Supporting Member

    Aug 8, 2005
    FoCo, NoCo
    It should be a 3/16" nut - just like the wrench you should have gotten with the bass. I guess I can't understand how this could happen...
     
  4. Jul 7, 2008 #4
    John Wentzien

    John Wentzien

    Jun 25, 2007
    Elberta, AL
    Artist:TC Electronic RH450 bass system (original test-pilot)
  5. Jul 7, 2008 #5
    fenderhutz

    fenderhutz

    Jan 28, 2007
    Harpers Ferry WV
    Not inserting the wrench far enough in the slot.

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