I do really like the blank in question. You guys are probably spot on with operator error. As soon as he said SNAG it caught me a little strange..Just throwin it out there to see if anyone had similar problems. Thanks
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Howdy All, Anyone build on one of these blanks or similar? I built my buddy one first customer rod per say. So he's crappie fishing gets snagged and pow!! Guess it broke in two places and the only thing that didn't go in the drink was handle to the stripper guide. Haven't seen what's left yet. First rod I ever put my name on. So very bummed out about it. Has anyone had any breaking issues
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Hey guys, Well it's been awhile since I've been on the board.(work+school+holidays+4 boys= no time) Anyway I'm building a rod for a freind and he wants a finesse rod as mentioned above. I seen the New Rainshadow Revelation 6'2 ML MF and was wandering if anyone has used it? This is my 5th rod and first one for someone besides family.(gettin paid) Just tryin to give him exactly what he wants
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Thanks guys That will help me alot. The site is awesome! And Barry thats were I can't find the one video I watched awhile back. Should have no problem now. Thanks again Rick
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Hey fellas I'm lookin to start makin my rods more detailed and (pretty) if you will. I found a video online how to do a single accent wrap after the tim band that locks into the wrap. Now I can't find it again!#@$%! Anyway if anyone has a link or advise on this it would be most appriciated. Thanks Rick
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Thanks all I already have the guides so I'm goin with them. Might have to get a 25 thow if it doesn't work with the 20. Just waiting on a VSS reel seat to get here and I'll sart it. Good stuff as always. Thanks Rick
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So if i need a 25 still go with a 25-10-5 and 4's threw tip?
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Thanks guys Joe I don't have to use the size 8. might tape up 20,10,5, and 4's to see how it work's. I have 1/8 inch tape so cutting down to 1/16 should work good. J.B. The reel spool is 46mm you think a 20 will work.this is my 5th rod my other rods all started with a 25, but tryin to get weight down alittle and stick with my alcolite guides. Might look alittle better with Micro's also
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Hey guys, I'm starting on an MB 783-MHX Spinning Rod for beefier baits for my boy. I started with 20J-10J-8J BYAG then 5JBLAG then run out with 4JBLAG guides. Do you all think this will work O.K. Haven't stradic tested yet just wanted an opinion from the Pro's. The Reel will be a 2000 0r 2500 not sure yet. Vss reel seat split grip. Do you guys have any tips when wrapping these tiny guid
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Thanks fellas I had some trouble with bubbles on this rod. I'm stripping it and starting over. I heard the PC helps but just wanted to confirm. My flex coat was also tacky and didn't cure correctly. Bummer. I need the practice anyway. The main reason I asked was because I was goin to get some metallic thread for the trim as John said. thaks guys always good stuff!! Rick
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Hey Guys, Have a Newbie question for ya. Does anyone apply CP to Color Fast thread? And do you apply the finish right after you apply the CP or do you let dry on drying stand like the flex coat?? How long if so does it set like the flex coat. I'm building my 4th rod and have never used CP. My other rods look O.K. but this rod has alot more trim rings and over wraps.Think I'm getting the h
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WOW, Matt your idea is what I kind of had in mind. (great minds must think alike LOL) Good stuff guys. I'm not a fan of the Aero's. I'm sort of old school and like cork handles. I'm considering the hidden hood on the Fuji HPS uplocking with cork insert even with top of skeleton seat. I don't care for forgrips just added weight as I hold reel with one finger around stem of reel and palm on
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Hey guys, I'm building a personal rod and wanted to get some idea's for my reel seat. I'm using a 2500 Sustain Fg on the rod. I've used Minima reel seats and liked them. Just looking for something different and the most comfortable. I'm considering tennessee style but not quite sold on the idea. Any tips or ideas are welcome!! Thanks Rick
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I have ordered off of Mudhole alot of different times, never a problem. I've even forgot to order a tip top for my boys rod. i called them up and the salesman added it to the outgoing order with no added shipping or anything. I also had some questions on some blanks and other products which he phisically weighed and let me know the weight while running all over the wherehouse checking dif
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Yes it's a sweet lookin blank! I've narrowed it down to either the PRO XP 843 or the MX-S72M-B. The Gloss Black on the XP is the effect I'm going for and is still made in U.S. I think. I don't know the color of the M1. But I'll definetally find out. I think I'll check out TT for there reveiw thanks MATT. Rick
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Hey fellas Has anyone built or fished the New MI blanks from Phenix? They have a blank that really appeals to me for a personal stick(Thanks for the tip Matt). It's 7'2 1/8 to 3/4 oz lure and 6- 12 pnd line if I remember right. Are they made in U.S.A.?? Thanks Rick
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Thanks for the feedback fellas I have a MHX 7'3 mh f micro casting rod a guy made for me a few years ago that I really like to fish. Are the high mods that much better? This was made on the regular MHX and is pretty light and sensative!! David I keep trying to look up Hydra blanks with no luck. Could you possibly e-mail me the number or web site? I'll definetally check out the XMG to tha
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Hey Guys, I'm lookin to build a personal rod for throwing 4-5 in. Tubes I like the 6'8 or 6'9 lenth MH F/XF rods I've fished. I like to build the rod around the Reel persay. It's a Sustain 2500. be using 8-10 pnd. Fluoro. I'd like to keep the blank around 100$ or so so I can put better componants on it and not break my budget. Of coarse keeping it light as possible. Any Suggestions welc
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Joe That is what I'm looking for on my spinning reels. I don't care for foregrips on a rod and all my rods are split grips. Dover huh. Who would of thought so many biulders this close to me. Thanks for the info guys!! Rick
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Thanks Dave Coshocton huh? I'm a stone throw away. Small world!! Lookin at Spinning seats that have no threads showing at all. Nice and seamless were you turn the rear grip to tighten the seat. great site thow. Ever show your rods off down at Salt fork??
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Thanks fellas Spencer I think that is exactly what I'm lookin for. So the outside sleeve threads onto the inside and the hood stays stationary? I used minima reel seats on my second rod. A 7' M F croix SV5 that I like. I just wish i'd have seen this before.. Rick .
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Hey guys, I'm somewhat of a newbe, I've made 2 spinning rods (now I couldn't imagine buying another rod) I look at alot of new rods to get ideas and such. Anyway I'm wondering if anyones knows where I could get a reel seat/ handle assemble like the ones on the Pheonix M1s, Camuras, orNRX rods were the threads on the reel seats are hidden and are seemless. Or if theres a trick to making them
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Hey guys Well i used D size thread on moma's rod (rewrapped it) it worked GOOD!! I can see it alot better. put 2 coat of flex coat on and it came out very nice. The rod acually balances 1/2 inch up from the stem of the reel and is still extremely light. This rod was more of an assembly than a build if that makes any sense (first rod) it cast a mile and most important SHE likes it. Maybe I can
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Well I got some D size thread coming to see if it will work. I'm still very green at this so trial and error is my best way to learn. Time is not an issue because it's my own rod. Lot of good suggestions and idea's from you guys! I just hope I can get as good as most of you guys with time and practise. I think I'm goin to try the Head magnifier. Mike the short wraps sounds like the t
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Thanks fellas Yes I'm as blind as a bat. +8 and +9 corrective lenses. The head mount magnifiers look O.K.. Already did the lighting issue. The guides are Fuji alconite concept guides for a 7' spin set. I haven't got the guides placed on the blank yet so the sizes aren't set in stone. Got an extra 25 size and acouple extra 5s and 6s to see what works best . I'm waiting on a backordered windin
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Hey guys I'm biulding two spinning rods. One for me and one for moma. I wrapped hers with A size color fast thread and had a hard time seeing (poor eyesight} the thread. I've thought about magnifying glass (hands free) but haven't found anything I care to spend the coin for. Have any of you used D size thread on fresh water rods or is it just too big ? Thanks for any addvise or ways to ma
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Hey guys, Another Newb question. So when you get your guides wrapped how tight should the thread be? should you be able to move the guides at all? or should they be able to slide sideways alittle incase one moved alittle and you need to realine acouple? Just don't want to screw them up getting close to finishing first rod and don't want any suprises when the flex coat dries. Thanks Ric
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Thanks Steve I took the all thread to the grinder on one end and made it three sided it fits nicely in my drill. Thanks to everyone for the tips i appreciate all the responses!!!!!! Rick
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Thanks !!!! This forum ROCKS!!! Everytime I start to second guess myself the guys on here are quick to answer and point me in the right direction. I'm learning that getting started isn't cheap and is pretty time consuming. But I'm lovin the looks and feel of this new rod!! So thanks again Bill and Roger !!!
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Thanks Bill !! I reamed it out a bit now the seat isn't really snug. It will spin on blank but there is no play in it. Will this still set up O.K. or do I need to order another? Thanks Rick
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