Axis factory setup questions

[fswalt]

Is there a proper amount of tightening to do on an axis 5 bolt neck? What is too much, what is not enough? I noticed the neck was making noises as if shifting, but stopped doing that once I loosened the 5 bolts a little. I want to make sure its set properly; are you supposed to use a torque wrench?

Also, why is there a hold drilled through the body under the trem? (You have to remove the trem to see it.) It doesnt seem to serve any purpose.

fswalt

 

[jongitarz]

The neckplate bolts should be tightened bt hand. Just a bit past snug, but not enough to crack the finish under the plate.

That hole you are asking about does not serve a purpose for you, but it does during the building of the guitar.