Is this "up-bow" as defined with the open side of the channel being up? I've never had a problem with one of those, but try this. Put just a little bit of tension on that adjuster................does the bow disappear? If not, send it back
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| Author: | dzsmith [ Thu Jan 24, 2013 8:46 pm ] |
| Post subject: | SM Martin style truss rod - up bow? |
Correction - "up" bow I just received a 17" SM Martin-style truss rod. The aluminum channel is not straight, but already has some up bow in it - maybe .03"-.05" at the center. The nut is loose. Is this bow normal? Should I try to straighten it before installation? Thanks, Dan |
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| Author: | David Lane [ Mon Mar 04, 2013 2:00 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: SM Martin style truss rod - up bow? |
Is this "up-bow" as defined with the open side of the channel being up? I've never had a problem with one of those, but try this. Put just a little bit of tension on that adjuster................does the bow disappear? If not, send it back
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| Author: | dzsmith [ Mon Mar 04, 2013 6:30 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: SM Martin style truss rod - up bow? |
David Lane wrote: Is this "up-bow" as defined with the open side of the channel being up? I've never had a problem with one of those, but try this. Put just a little bit of tension on that adjuster................does the bow disappear? If not, send it back Nope, it's the closed side of the channel that is bowed up (sorry if I mixed up the terms). I installed it in a rather stiff neck and then levelled the fretboard. All seems fine. Thanks, Dan |
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