Inside the neck of the guitar is a metal truss rod. This is used to counteract the constant pull of the steel strings that deform the neck shape over time. Although you can buy these rods, I thought I'd follow the instructions and make my own. I started with a 3/16" rod. After heating with a torch, I folded it and hammered the bend flat.
To thread the end, I had to order a die, which I am still waiting for. Once that is done, I'll finish the rod by adding a hex nut and a piece of metal bar that will anchor the rod in the neck plate.
The truss rod fits into a routed groove in the neck. I had to order the router bit and I'm waiting on that as well.
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