Exterior size of truss rod nut on a 620?

stevek · Post by **stevek** » Fri Oct 03, 2003 7:00 pm

Guys,
I have a recently acquired used 620 which badly needs a set-up. However, I didn't get the adjustment tool with it, and none of my extensive colelction of truss rod keys and hex sockets fit the truss rod nuts. A 13mm socket is close, but slightly too big and slips when it should drive.

Does anyone know the socket size I need so I can save myself the 7900 Yen it would cost to ship the real deal tool down here?

Cheers - Steve Kellett

dave4004 · Post by **dave4004** » Sat Oct 04, 2003 5:54 am

Steve, the Rickenbacker adjustment tool is a straight shaft long handled 1/4" hex socket.

admin · Post by **admin** » Sat Oct 04, 2003 6:37 am

Steve: Note also that you can do a fair bit of damage quite easily should you use a standard socket set. Some people have tightened too much or forced a socket that does not fit properly which has made a considerable mess. Dave 4004 has mentioned a "straight shaft long handled 1/4" hex socket" which is the tool of choice. My two cents.

stevek · Post by **stevek** » Sat Oct 04, 2003 5:31 pm

Thanks guys. My next challenge is to find one! It's all metric out here.