I just got the parts for my new rod. This will be my first split rear grip build on a spinning rod. I am use to getting the long cork rear grip with the glue in plug. Ream it to fit the blank, glue it down, and then glue in the plug. I was surprized to get a fighting butt that is blind drilled (no plug). What is the acceptable method for fitting these things to the blank? I assume that you have to drill them close to the size needed to go over the butt of the blank. I guess I have just gotten comfortable with what I know how to do, and would be willing to pay the extra dollar or 2 for the cork plug.

Dang; these size 4 Fuji running guides are small.

Mike Bradfrod
R.M.B. Fishing Rods
Nampa, Idaho

I just did one this morning and that is how i did mine , this is where a good lathe would be great to have . as i had to finish fitting mine with the reamer and the taper is backwards for this application , i had to use masking tape to make an arbor to keep it centered when epoxying it together. a good drill press would also make this easier too , another tool i don't have , just take your time and go slow and it will come out ok. be sure to mark your drill bit so you don't go too deep. I hope this helps you some but nothing helps like doing a few of them