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Guid Spacing
Posted by:
Mark Grauf
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Date: December 21, 2023 10:05PM
Quick question. I’m building a RX7 salmon/steelhead blank. When I did the deflection test per Batson’s build print, I felt the need to add another guide in the upper tip section. The question I have is, will the extra guide have any effect on the power/action on the rod? Any thoughts on this? Re: Guid Spacing
Posted by:
Grant Darby
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Date: December 21, 2023 10:37PM
The spacing charts are suggestions. Adding a guide won't effect the power and I doubt you could notice any difference in action. You did well in testing the spacing. Re: Guid Spacing
Posted by:
Michael Danek
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Date: December 22, 2023 07:15AM
Agree with Grant. I almost always use an extra guide or two. Works fine. Re: Guid Spacing
Posted by:
Daryl Ferguson
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Date: December 22, 2023 12:38PM
I agree with the others. Doubtful it changes anything. One thing you can do, if you don’t already, is use rubber tubing (instead of tape) to attach the guides. It’s much easier to slide the guides (carefully!) back or forward as needed. Often, I find I don’t need an extra guide after re-positioning. Re: Guid Spacing
Posted by:
Michael Tarr
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Date: December 23, 2023 06:29PM
What guides are you using? Manufacturers usually suggest a generic spacing. Sorry, only registered users may post in this forum.
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