Hipshot Bridge on a PRS bass

[Pearson182]

I am looking for some advice on a PRS kestrel Bass - with the hipshot bridge (4 string) - I have bought it used and am looking to restring it however it is currently strung through the body as opposed to through the bridge itself. What are the main differences between the two and should I restring it through the body again or through the back of the bridge?. Any advice is appreciated! 

[itu]

Here was a discussion about this just a while ago. Some search might find the thread.

[ikay]

 

[4000]

I’d say you should try it both ways and see what you think. 😉