4003S Truss Rod Nuts aren't Parallel

[superheavydeathmetal]

Sometimes it takes a long time and a lot of work to get a long neglected neck to straighten out... I would just keep fooling with it and don't be so afraid of it. If the truss rods were shot it wouldn't straighten out in the first place.

I see. That's no problem, I can be patient. I will adjust it as necessary, and if it takes a while, that is okay! The strings were so dead on this bass when I got it that I have the impression that the original owner bought the bass and had it sitting in a closet for 20 years.

You may have a strong neck that just does not want to straighten out.

That would be okay with me! I'd much rather have a strong neck that will take a long time to straighten than a weak neck that won't maintain it's position.

Are you using high tension strings?

Nah, right now it's wearing has medium light Dean Markley Blue Steels, 45-105

Thanks a ton, Bob!

I am very grateful for all of the information everyone on this forum has so generously provided to us "amateur" Rick enthusiasts - not just on this thread, but every other thread, as well.

[rictified]

I have a 4001 that I've had for a long time and the neck is not real strong but it sounds great. I finally put some Elixir super light strings on it (40-95) and the neck is almost straight and the strings play and sound great. I normally don't like light gauge strings but they're really nice on this bass and don't feel or play mushy.