Wraparound bridge stud adjustment

[kes7u]

Invariably, I end up buggering my core wraparound bridge stud when adjusting the height. I use a standard screwdriver, and put a towel between the screwdriver and stud. This doesn't tend to work, though, as I still get dings and scuffs on the bridge stud.

I was wondering if anyone knows if this Stop Tailpiece Wrench would work with the PRS stud, and if it would prevent the damage I keep inflicting?

http://www.stewmac.com/Luthier_Tools/StewMac_Tool_Sets/Tune-o-Medic_Bridge_and_Tailpiece_Tools.html

Thank you for your help!
Kevin

 

[László]

Dunno if that one works, but it sure LOOKS like it would be a great tool!

 

[Mikegarveyblues]

On my studs I use a metal rule that's wider than the stud top diameter. The Mann studs that I have now have a curve and as luck would have it, one end of the rule has a curved end that matches. I also use a cloth between rule and stud.

Just like this one:

http://www.amazon.co.uk/15cm-Stainl..._UL160_SR160,160_&refRID=0W3WD2RYFR8YHR4BZT17

 

[bodia]

I usually use a quarter or half dollar

 

[kes7u]

I usually use a quarter or half dollar

Doesn't the metal on metal leave scuffs and dings? The bridge stud metal seems fairly soft, to me.

 

[bodia]

It hasn't so far. I worry less about that than a big screwdriver gouge. I can see myself doing that.

 

[CantankerousCarl]

I use a quarter as well. As long as you take the tension off the strings you s/b just fine.

I also use a dime for the tuner screws. That's 35c...

Wonder what I could use a nickel for?...

 

[László]

I use a quarter as well. As long as you take the tension off the strings you s/b just fine.

I also use a dime for the tuner screws. That's 35c...

Wonder what I could use a nickel for?...

One minute at a parking meter.