4001 sensitivity to different gauge strings?

[ZHDriver]

Hi all

I currently have my '79 4001 set up for Rick brand strings (45 65 75 105) but the only sets that are close that I could get at short notice are 45 65 80/85 105. I know the necks were not as strong back then, but I am not aware of how sensitive they are to tension changes.

If I put 45 65 85 105, does anyone think I would have any problems? (I don't want to try do the set-up myself and I can't get anyone to do it for a week or two, but I want new strings for a gig tomorrow night).

Any thoughts?

Cheers

[jps]

You and your bass will be fine.

[ZHDriver]

Thanks for your input.

With stories I hear about old Ricky necks, I always want to err on the side of caution.

[rickenbrother]

Matt, most of the problems with 4001 necks were due to improper truss rod adjustments. I agree with Jeff, your bass should be fine. If you do have any problems, we'll be here to help you take care of it!

[jingle_jangle]

With stories I hear about old Ricky necks, I always want to err on the side of caution.

Who you callin' old, vato???

[ZHDriver]

OK, so it isn't that old! but it is older then me by 13 months... so it is all relative.

You're only as young as the bass you feel?
I think I'll give up on justifying age related comments now.