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Static deflection on a baitcaster
Posted by:
John Menken
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Date: October 02, 2013 05:35PM
How do I do a static deflection test on a bait casting rod?
When I tried it right now and added load (hope I'm using the term correctly), the last five or six guides all went to the bottom of the rod. To get set up for my test I used surgical tubing to anchor the guides in place then I wrapped some 1/4" tape around them as added security. Obviously that didn't help. What am I doing wrong? How do I do a static deflection test on a bait casting rod? Many thanks. John M. Re: Static deflection on a baitcaster
Posted by:
Tom Kirkman
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Date: October 02, 2013 05:43PM Re: Static deflection on a baitcaster
Posted by:
roger wilson
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Date: October 02, 2013 06:16PM
John,
You must be running a line through the unwrapped guides. As Mr. Kirkman suggests, simply glue on the tip and tie a line onto the secure tip. No need to run a line through the non wrapped guides. Be safe Re: Static deflection on a baitcaster
Posted by:
bill boettcher
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Date: October 02, 2013 06:29PM
You do not put pressure on the guides
You tie a line to the GLUED tip top as said Then put a line thought the guides with maybe a large nut tied to it Only to put SLIGHT tension on the line to keep it streight Bill - willierods.com Re: Static deflection on a baitcaster
Posted by:
Chester Kiekhafer
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Date: October 02, 2013 07:44PM
2X what Bill said. Chester May your line be tight and your beverages be cold! Re: Static deflection on a baitcaster
Posted by:
John Shear
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Date: October 03, 2013 02:31PM
Thanks for asking the question John M. I'm just getting started with my first rod build and am sure I'd have done the same thing as you. :)
I've been reading books, watching DVDs, and lurking here for quite a while. I'm learning a TON. John S. Re: Static deflection on a baitcaster
Posted by:
Spencer Phipps
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Date: October 06, 2013 07:35PM
At least you have about 70% of a spiral wrap figured out if you want to try one later. Sorry, only registered users may post in this forum.
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