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Trussrod problems

Discussion in 'Hardware, Setup & Repair [BG]' started by i_got_a_mohawk, Dec 3, 2005.

  1. Dec 3, 2005 #1
    i_got_a_mohawk

    i_got_a_mohawk

    Feb 9, 2005
    Edinburgh & Dundee, Scotland
    On 2 of my basses, my EDA and my ATK ( :( ) the truss rod wont seem to turn, is there anything that can be dont about this?

    I was going to take it in and let the guys at the shop that does repairs do it, but was talking to them, and if it wont turn with reasonable force then theres nothing they can do :scowl:

    I dont know what you do about them, there surely must be something that can be done :confused:
     
  2. Dec 3, 2005 #2
    FireBug

    FireBug

    Sep 18, 2005
    Houston
    Graphite lube?
     
  3. Dec 3, 2005 #3
    BurningSkies

    BurningSkies CRAZY BALDHEAD

    Feb 20, 2005
    Syracuse NY
    Endorsing artist: Dingwall Guitars
    Ah yes, I'd try a drop or two of oil designed to 'defreeze' bolts...let it sit for a bit then try to loosen the trussrod nut.
     
  4. Dec 4, 2005 #4
    i_got_a_mohawk

    i_got_a_mohawk

    Feb 9, 2005
    Edinburgh & Dundee, Scotland
    Cheers guys, will have a scout about next time im in town
     
  5. Apr 14, 2007 #5
    MoonDoggy

    MoonDoggy Registered Loser Supporting Member

    Dec 15, 2005
    Altoona, PA
    Did you have any luck with the trussrod on this????

    I am having the same problem with my 1306. (It must be an Ibanez thing!) The trussrod won't tighten or loosen.

    Thanks

    Dan
     
  6. Apr 14, 2007 #6
    MoonDoggy

    MoonDoggy Registered Loser Supporting Member

    Dec 15, 2005
    Altoona, PA
    Nevermind!!! I just tried the oil thing. I used Red Lion Penetrating Oil and let it set for about 20 minutes. The trussrod turned like a charm!

    Thanks TBers.