Truss Rod Adjustment Procedure: Attaining Lower Action

[John McGuire]

I'm interesting in learning the proper procedure for adjusting the truss rods on a 5 string NT. I want to learn to master this myself as I do not have a shop I trust nearby. My specific bass is a 2008 BSR5GN.

1). Do you need to relieve tension on the neck prior to tightening (ala old rickenbacker)? Any limits on the amount of adjustment per day until the bass settles?

2). My action is abit high. I tried making adjustments at the bridge with no luck. What is some hints on getting the lowest possible action. will taking some of the bow out with a truss adjustment help? I play moderately agressive.

Many thanks in advance for your feedback!