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I want to first off say that I COMPLETELY agree with what Rob has said. Secondly, I'm a FIRM believer in performing for the love of the music, (the pay is just an added advantage - even though I learned this way too late). Here's where my ranting begins...I have a huge problem with so called musicia...

Extra Guitar strings and/or SPARE guitar Also a small pair of vise grips...

Sounds like your neck is warped or bowed & in need of adjustment. My advice would be to take it to a professional unless you are 100% sure of what you are doing....