Les Paul Custom Truss Rod

Starplayer91

Hi all, 

What size socket do you need to adjust the truss rod of a LP custom? 

I bought a GroveTech multitool with a 5/16" socket on it (it says for Gibson on the packaging) to adjust the truss rod however, it doesn't seem to fit the nut. 

Are custom truss rods larger than other Gibson models or is there something I'm missing? The nut is black so am wondering if it is covered in paint and finish? 

Thoughts appreciated 

Mark 

SteveRobinson

Yes it will be 5/16 a/f and it will be brass under the black paint. Chip off the paint and you should be good to go.

Starplayer91

SteveRobinson said:

Yes it will be 5/16 a/f and it will be brass under the black paint. Chip off the paint and you should be good to go.

Thank you, any suggestions how best to remove the paint. I don't like the idea of going at it with a blade for fear of chewing up the nut 

Kittyfrisk

Given that it's a Gibson, I'm tempted to suggest using gaffer tape...
More sensibly, you might be able to use a flat blade screwdriver, gently & carefully handled of course.

ICBM

Starplayer91 said:

Thank you, any suggestions how best to remove the paint. I don't like the idea of going at it with a blade for fear of chewing up the nut

Don't worry, you won't - it will chip off easily, it's not paint that's intended to adhere to metal.

Clearly one Gibson didn't think needed any truss rod adjustment at the factory... hmmmm.