Warwick truss rod replacement

[KayCee]

Warwick basses have a tendency for stripped truss rod nuts and a replacement neck would cost $700 and up. Here's how your beloved warwick bass can be revived.

Fretboard is heated up with a heating blanket and separated with a 'blunt' knife. The maple strip covering the rod is removed using hot steam. Compare the new rod to the old rod on the left.

The new rod is put in and reglued. Neck works as good as new now.

 

[zerstorer]

How much would this cost? Only worth performing on expensive instruments right? I think I just broke my truss rod....

 

[KayCee]

A repair like that would cost $350 and up. However, value is subjective to the owner. If the instrument has a lot of sentimental value, the choice is entirely up to you.

KC

 

[lordie]

great kaycee ;p. i send u my warwick taranis for set-up 2 yrs ago ;p. it still hold up great. and now great to know if the trus rod got spanked i know who to send! \m/