Hello, I have some fret buzz on my first and second frets of my E and A strings. I am trying to fix this myself because I want to learn. I think this means I need to adjust the truss rod, right?

However, the bolt thing to my truss rod looks completely stripped:

I can’t really turn it.

Does that mean I need to make a new nut now if I want to get rid of this buzz?

  • @obesity52English
    2•1 year ago

    A bolt extractor / easy-out will help you turn the truss rod. (Something like this, make sure you find the right size: amazon.com/CRAFTSMAN-CMMT14108-Spiral-Screw-Extractor/dp/B09NCZCRWL/ )

    You don’t necessarily need to remove & replace the truss rod nut; you could just use the tool to help you turn & adjust it.

    Also check using a straight edge to see if a fret is popping out. You can use a soft mallet to hammer it back in.