Yes I am aware of the buy one and get one at 50% off as well as 70% off. Still a good deal. But if the company goes south and a blank breaks, I would hate to tell my customers sorry no warranty...
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So when a deal sounds too good to be true, there is always some sort of catch to it. Getbit just sent out an email regarding this special. Are they goIng got to stop carrrying NFC blanks? Or if NFC folding due to the bankruptcy? A couple reliable sources tell me to be careful about building on NFC Blanks because of the possibility or warranty issues due to the bankruptcy. Any thoughts from any
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I have a guy wanting me to build 2 rods on the rainshadow RX8 XST1144. The blank was discontinued earlier in the year. Ive contacted Utmost Enterprises who is my go to for anything Rainshadow/Alps related and Bastons no longer have any back stock. Get bit also no longer has it in inventory. Any of the sponsors still have it in stock?
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I have a guy wanting a Seahawks themed rod. what is everyones go to for NFL logos that will fit on rods? I was told to use finger nail decals, or print onto waterslide decals. Im looking for something peel and stick and ready to do, Thanks for your input..
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ALPS now makes mandrels in several diameters, i believe they are all 16' in length. I recently purchased two of the larger sizes through Utmost Enterprises.
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You can go to your local pharmacy store and ask for silicon free syringes. These do not have the silicon gasket they we are afraid of.
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Getbit DOES have awesome service. It seems Kevin forwards the business phone to his cellphone afterhours. They do always seem to be backordered on BKTAG guides though. Nevertheless, service is great and the staff is always professional...
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I have the same Harbor Freight Lathe and have a Jacobs chuck attached to it. The 18" Mandrels fit just fine. Alps recently started selling mandrels in 3 sizes. Great product and awesome price and you can also purchase collars for them. Call utmostenterprises.com and talk to Carol, she will get them ordered for you.
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IMO, its better to ream out the handles after coating to prevent the foam core dust from getting into the fibers of the carbon fiber.
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just purchase a cheap candle jar warmer. Its quick and effective.
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WHERE DID YOU FIND THIS INFO???
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Yes Cousins Tackle blanks are med in Huntington Beach CA...
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Yes Cousins Tackle blanks are med in Huntington Beach CA...
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THANKS GUYS FOR ALL THE TIPS. LOOKS LIKE ILL BE SNIFFING CONTACT CEMENT TONIGHT.....
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AFTER 2 YEARS MY DREAM REAMERS FINALLY NEED REPLACING... SO MY QUESTION IS WHAT IS THE BEST METHOD TO REINSTALL THE SANDPAPER ON TO THE REAMERS..
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I emailed Carol at Utmostenterprises.com she spent the weekend updating the site all 2016 guides are listed on the site.
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I'll try this method, I have some on my shelf. Thanks for the Tip Bill.....
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Thanks guys for all the pointers. I will try the CP trick. I will continue to follow the thread and see if anyone else has some pointers to prevent decals from lifting during the curing process.
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I attempted to look up this topic before asking. on 2 recent occasions I had my MHX decal lift and peel while the epoxy is drying... out of the dozens of rods that I have built, this is the first time that it has happened. I had the a under wrap, a thin layer of epoxy. I then allowed it to fully cure before applying the decal and laying the final coat of epoxy. How can I avoid this from happe
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All my 11'6 TO 13FT float rods for salmon and steelhead are built from 2 or 3pc spey blanks. Yes the taper and the action would be the biggest difference. They would tend to be lighter then a comparable float rod. If you are building a blank out, the obvious adjustment would be the guide placement of the stripper, reduction and choke guide.
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Wow Tom, Thanks I would be honored. I just sent you an email....
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Hi Tom, I'm in Lacey, WA. I don't believe there are any rod building clubs in the area. I do however teach a lot of guys in the area who are interested and willing to learn how to build rods. I don't carry a lot of inventory, if you would be willing to throw some components my way, I would love to take them off your hands. Let me know if you would be interested in doing that. R
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I just got my first request for a Surf Rod, I mainly build salmon/Steelhead Rods so this is a little out of my wheel house. The request is for a 12-13 Ft Surf spinning rod. It will mainly be used to cast 1-2 oz weights to target red tail surf perch in the west coast. I am currently trying to figure out what would be the optimal length for the rear handle. any advise would be welcomed. Thank
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Does anyone have any experience with Cousins Tackle Blanks? Looks like they just expanded there line for (Salmon/Steelhead) I was wondering what the quality, warranty and over all performance.
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I would be super excited if someone manufactured a 4 spool holder. I cant believe pac bay, alps or American tackle hasn't resigned an upgraded carriage by now.
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I Agree with Bill, Sounds like he is getting in over his head.. I'm just looking for supplies... ie. foam core etc... not asking for a custom handle. I think he needs to remember the little guys (hobby builders, small business builders) who made his business successful... I have several standing orders who want carbon grips. Too bad I cant deliver....
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I have personally have been trying to get a hold of Capt Mike of Riley Rods this week. I know some of the guys on here have been getting communication/shipping delays/issues in the past. I messaged him asking if I put in an order for supplies would he be able to ship them out in a timely manner. I have yet to hear from him. I also messaged him on his instagram account which he posted a pic wi
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Yes the Customer service at Utmost Enterprises is top notch. For me, all is takes is an email to Carol and my order is taken care of and delivered to my office in a day or two. To take it even further, I am fortunate to live 3 hours from Utmost and live in the same city as Mickey Batson. I had the pleasure of meeting Mickey this weekend. He actually hand delivered my order to me. It was Gre
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HERB... OKAY not understanding I see choices between #25 klag (H) and #25 Klag (J) if all K guides are high the same except 30 and 40 then there is no difference between 25 (H) and 25 (J)? someone please clarify... thanks JIM??
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Hi Fellow rod building addicts. I am a big fan for the Fuji K guides and build most of the rods with the K guide system. My question is what are the advantages/disadvantages between the normal K guides vs. the High K guides. I build Salmon steelhead rods for both Drift fishing and float fishing. I was just wondering if the High K guides would improve the performance in any of my fishing metho
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