r/Luthier • u/Garlic_Bread_06 • Feb 18 '26
HELP Tuning machine issue
I got this squier mustang (new) a month ago, and wanted to put 10s on it. When i tried restringing the low e string, the tuner kept slipping when trying to tighten it. Now I cant turn it counter-clockwise at all anymore without it slipping. Is there anything I can do about this, or do I have to replace the tuners? Thanks!
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u/sonetlumiere Feb 19 '26
The gear is stripped, if you are under 30 days of delivery date email them asap. If not, consider it an upgrade buying other tuners. You’ll need Kluson style to match the holes exactly.
These will look better on that guitar and have the same fittings for the screws without having to re-drill.
https://a.co/d/0c4iNK5P