Safe action setting on a 360/12

[modrocker]

Hi all. I have a 2003 Ric 360/12. It's both my first Ric and my first twelve string and I sure dig that sound, but the action's a bit high for me. I'm planning on lowering the bridge--right now it's almost 3/4 of the way up the screws-- but I've heard cautionary tales about not setting the bridge TOO low on Rics for fear of putting undue stress on the guitar, so I figure I'd turn to the experts. What's the lowest I can safely set the bridge, in terms of distance between the bottom of the bridge and the metal plate beneath it?

Thanks!

[jps]

I think what you have heard is another old wives tale from unknowing folks. Set it up anyway that you like!

[jingle_jangle]

Height of the bridge does not have any effect on guitar stressing. But often the wrong height, combined with high action, is a symptom of a neck that needs resetting.