I've done both ways but prefer the access to the truss rod via the headstock. For me this makes it easy for final set-up and any future adjustments.
I basically exit the channel via the headstock as so.
Here are 2 images with and without a cover.
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| Author: | jerr6 [ Mon Jul 09, 2007 12:23 pm ] |
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sorry for such a basic question but, if i want to install the truss rod so that the access for adjustment is on the headstock is it as simple as just installing it that way or is there something else im missing? im using a dual action rod from lmi. |
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| Author: | Greg [ Mon Jul 09, 2007 12:49 pm ] |
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It is easier to put the access at the headstock as far as I am concerned. You can buy truss rod covers or better yet make one to match your head stock . Lots of major builders do it this way. |
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| Author: | Michael Lloyd [ Mon Jul 09, 2007 2:01 pm ] |
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I've done both ways but prefer the access to the truss rod via the headstock. For me this makes it easy for final set-up and any future adjustments. I basically exit the channel via the headstock as so.
Here are 2 images with and without a cover.
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| Author: | Michael Lloyd [ Mon Jul 09, 2007 2:03 pm ] |
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Should have been. 
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| Author: | Rod True [ Mon Jul 09, 2007 2:08 pm ] |
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Jeremy, It is generally just as simple with a doule action truss rod to install at the headstock as it is to access in through the sound hole. Some folks (myself included) like ot put a small spline over top of the truss rod (gets it a little lower in the neck and less of a pain at the headstock AFAIC) but it's not necessary. Michael's pictures are great, cept' for the Aberlour tease. Alain will be along shortly to your shop for an inspection. Maybe Anthony Z too 
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| Author: | Blain [ Mon Jul 09, 2007 2:11 pm ] |
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Great photos Michael. I have a question about the screws if I may. Are they screwed into wood or are there some sort of inserts that they screw into? If they're screwed into wood, do you ever have issues with the the holes wearing out? |
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| Author: | Michael Lloyd [ Mon Jul 09, 2007 2:44 pm ] |
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I just pre-tap the holes than tighten to finger tight. Not much pressure at all. As fore wearing out I've haven't had any issues. I generally don't have a reason to take the cover off that often maybe once every 2 - 5 years and only if the truss rod needs adjusting which maybe never. There are some interesting covers pics in the archives. I particularly like the no screws one. Rod, the Aberlour was great scotch for the price. Can I say that? The containers make handle storage devices, that why I buy them. 
You're all welcome anytime! |
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| Author: | jerr6 [ Tue Jul 10, 2007 9:47 am ] |
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thanks guys. it seems so much easier for adjustment to have it on the headstock and plus i also like the looks of some covers. |
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| Author: | KiwiCraig [ Tue Jul 10, 2007 10:17 am ] |
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A little strength around the nut area must be lost when having the adjuster at the nut end . For that reason , I've installed mine with adjustment at the heel end . A small hole through the large transverse brace (brace retains original strength ) makes the adjuster easy to reach ,and you don't have to worry about a truss rod cover. |
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