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Fuji Grip Modification
Posted by: Owen Gallant (---.dsl.bell.ca)
Date: February 05, 2022 11:32AM

Hello,
Novice rod builder here.

I'm planning on building a few casting rods using the Fuji ECSM reel seats. I'm really digging the look of the Fuji Flared Tapered Cork Grip for SKST16/17. Unfortunately I do not have these components on hand.
Knowing the cork grip is made for the SK2 reel seats, I'm trying to figure out if I will need to modify the grips in any way. I've looked at Anglers Resource' Handle Book for guidance but having no luck.

Will I need to modify the tendon?

Appreciate the help.

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Re: Fuji Grip Modification
Posted by: Norman Miller (---)
Date: February 06, 2022 10:04PM

I don’t believe the SKST grip will fit the the ECSM seat. They have a different ODs and the tenon on the SKST grip is too small for the ECM seat. The SKST grip/seat is smaller than most other standard size grips and seats. Find a standard grip that you like with an OD of 27mm and with a 23 mm tenon and you’ll be fine.
Norm

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Re: Fuji Grip Modification
Posted by: Ernest Horvath (---)
Date: February 09, 2022 07:55PM

Owen, Fuji offers the BGA95RC rear cork that fits the PTS, ACS and ECS seats if you are building a rod with split grips. The butt cork is BGK485RC. No modifications needed, just ream to fit the blank. Good luck.

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