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Truss Rod Crank for Tele

$9.09 on Stewmac.com

Description

Compact steel wrench for slotted truss rod nuts. StewMac exclusive!

Here's a handy little crank-action steel wrench made for heel-adjustable slotted truss rod nuts. A vintage-style Tele® requires only simple pickguard removal. Straight and diagonal ends let you work without unstringing the guitar.

Compact 3-9/16" (90.49mm) length fits a guitar case.

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Firsthand experiences

Comments from forums and Reddit

Discussed in Club Alleva-Coppolo (Part 21) in the TalkBass community

Sosa

I don't know if you found the right tool for your truss Rod but this one is a really good one for that. Truss Rod Crank for Tele | stewmac.com [attachment] ... more

TimothyGroovy

I use that Rod Crank or the one in attached pic if I need some better grip. You got the sizing idea. [attachment] ... more

Discussed in JMJ Signature Road Worn Mustang! in the TalkBass community

canvasoso

I believe BassBoy is referring to this one: Truss Rod Crank for Tele | stewmac.com Works great! ... more

NorthTexasBass

Here you go. Truss Rod Crank for Tele | stewmac.com ... more

RickC

worth its weight in gold ... more

Discussed in Do I need to remove the neck in order to adjust the action on my bass? in the TalkBass community

DiabolusInMusic

I am also in the camp that used a screwdriver although my Jazz had no guard, making it much easier to access. There is a proper tool though: Truss Rod Crank for Tele | stewmac.com ... ... more

Discussed in Fender Mustang Club in the TalkBass community

cattrax

Here's the link. Truss Rod Crank for Tele | stewmac.com ... more

dmt

Righteous. Did either of you guys ever use it in action (get it, "action"? A-hahahahaha :roflmao:) But seriously, folks... ... more

Discussed in Fender Vintera 60's Jazz Questions in the TalkBass community

FenderOli

Truss Rod Crank for Tele | stewmac.com ... more

fishdude101101

I see. Depends on what's under the pickguard. The tele pickup cavity is helping some there. ... more

juancaminos

Oh I have to get one myself! ... more

Discussed in Fender Player VS Vintera series in the TalkBass community

Eli Brockway

Just use a smaller screwdriver and be careful to avoid scratching the pickguard and you don't have to do that at all on the Precision bass. Have a three-ply guard instead? Just ... ... more

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