string tree problem?

[plunderpot]

Hello folks,

I have a question about the string tree on my '77 tele. I've been having tuning issues with the high-e and b string, where I bring the b into tune and then the high-e is a little off, so I bring that into tune and then the b is off, repeat repeat repeat. My guess is that it's something with the string tree that they share... Is this a good guess? Anything to try, or should I get a different one, or...?

I've had the issue for a while, but my ST-200 tuner is making it more apparent (gads I love that thing!).

Thanks! :)

J

[Rosewood]

Lubricate the string trees and nut slots with something ( graphite, nut sauce, chapstick, etc ) and see if that helps. Sometimes the string tree needs to be smoothed up and polished at the contact surface also.

[plunderpot]

Sounds good, I'll give it a shot.

J

[Dana Olsen]

Lubricate the string trees and nut slots with something ( graphite, nut sauce, chapstick, etc ) and see if that helps. Sometimes the string tree needs to be smoothed up and polished at the contact surface also.Exactly right, and it's possible that the string tree screw needs to be tightened a little - check it out. If it's loose the tree can rock back and forth as you tune one string, which pulls the other string out of tune.

Rosewood's right - most tuning problems are solved at the nut, but it's worth checking the hold down screw too.

Thanks, Dana O.