5th String Nut
the 5th string nut is installed in the banjo neck just above the 5th fret. It is necessary to cut a very shallow slot in this nut to guide the 5th string. The slot should be deep enough so the 5th string does not slide out, but a buzz will occur when the instrument is played if it is cut deeper than the height of the 5th fret.
To cut the 5th string slot in the nut:
1.Use a razor saw or a small jewelers file to carefully cut a slot that is .01" (.25mm) deep or less .
2.Slide the 5th string in the slot. The 5th string should be flush with the top of the nut.
3.Carefully cut the slot deeper if the string is not flush with the top of the nut.
5th String Peg
The 5th string peg is the smallest of the tuners and is made to be force fitted into the peg hole.
To install the 5th string peg:
1.Clean any excess finish out of the peg hole.
2.Remove the knob and plastic washer from the 5th string peg.
3.Put a few drops of wood glue on the 5th string peg and insert it into the peghole with the tuning post towards the fretboard.
4.Place the
5th String Nut
Figure 11. 5th string nut.
Figure 12. Inserting the 5th string peg.
5.Replace the plastic washer and knob on the 5th string peg.
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