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What spring do you have? Stock or one of the softer third party ones?
Is there a nylon washer underneath the spring? Try removing it…replace with coin or metal washer to restore/improve arm height.
Even if it isn't working loose, it's a handy addition to anybody's toolkit
Important point: in general, Bigsby vibrato response is a more gentle experience than with other systems...that doesn't mean you can't be extreme with it...but it's a different beast.
The Reverend might not have been helping when combined with other factors: badly cut nut, non-straight string pull (should be okay on a Tele!), break angle over the saddles, etc.
I do find soft springs cause more tuning problems too, although it’s not the main factor. I’ve never liked them and don’t understand the attraction… I’ve made replacements from cut-down air rifle springs in the past - stiffer than any standard Bigsby spring, and much more positive in feel and return to pitch.
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