Well, you could pull a truss rod out of an old guitar neck. Might be a bit of a clumsy stirring instrument tho. I know it's OT, but what kind of music do you play and what's your most awesome guitar? Yes, off topic but I cant help but answer, and I'll be real quick! (and if I ever need to hand mix about 20 gallons of plastic in a tall thin container I just may try the truss rod idea jsut to say I did it. ) I have played literally all types of music (some different types before I chose to walk with the Lord-we wont get into that. ) but if I had to pick a favorite I would have to say a toss up between southern rock and good ole blues. My most awesome guitar currently is an acoustic electric made by a small little company in Praiseland, CA called "Vineyard". Their guitars are sadly now made elsewhere and imported under their name but this one was well before they chose that route. It's about 25 years old and it just keeps on getting better and better.To everyone else- thanks for the stirring instrument answers! As always, I LOVE the diversity around here!