awesome thank you Tom Andi
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Hi guys, I have a customer asking for a handle built from tuna cord. I have no problem wrapping it that way but after it is wrapped do I epoxy it the same as a guide wrap? My thought is I leave it and have a turks head at the top? I told him I have not done one myself before and was asking for advice before agreeing to do something I can't! Thanks guys for any answers. Andi
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ok thanks Tom
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Hi guys Just wondering everyone seems to do all their butt wrapping after the handle is in place. Is there anything wrong with marking out all the lengths for the handles then doing the butt wraps BEFORE the handle is on? Then doing 1 coat of finish before assembling the handle? Seems it would be easier? Thanks in advance guys Andi
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iron maiden all the way! the older stuff can i play with madness etc. Andi
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Didn't realize it would mask that word! Its the roller guides for spiral wraps Andi
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Just wondering if anyone here has used these guides yet? Any feedback about them appreciated. Andi
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Very well said Joe Andi
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I agree that they are probably trying to tell you what reel to use but that is really confusing! Braid sinks down faster than mono but both will sit on the surface due to surface tension. This is why most carp anglers after casting will "sink" the line by holding the rod tip under the surface for a minute or two. The only reason both lines don't sink straight away is they usually have
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Both are the same. The differences between the 2 are: 1) Diameter, Braid is thinner at the same breaking strain to mono. 2) Braid is lower memory than mono. 3) Braid has no stretch where as mono stretches to provide a better buffer against fish. 4) sinking speed, Braid will sink faster. 5) Abrasion resistance in braid is much lower than mono so rocks, shells etc. effect it more and it will b
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I just finished a build with the LS7 very easy to wrap. I used it on a SPSWB8H from mudhole over the surf grip and it fit like a dream! I highly recomend Andi
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I just kind of poke the brush in there without hitting the guide as the rod turns! If you do it and there is some without finish than it will flow together. As I say I think its ok either way I just prefer the finish that way is all! Andi
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Hi buddy, I have built a few now and have done both. I tend to cover the middle but that's because I think it looks better. If there is no underwrap I don't think its necessary. It is easier to leave the middle blank. I think its just personal preference . Andi
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I had some of these to do the other week. I snipped the eye off then carefully unwound with pliers (just cos it hurt my fingers) if you loosen them so they turn you can slip them off the top of the rod. They leave groves in the blank though so I marked out the length of the new eye on the blank and put some finish direct onto the rod (just like i would a finished guide) and this filled in the gr
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I just wanted to say I got Toms book for xmas this year from the mother in law and having already read it cover to cover wanted to say it is a great and informative resource! I wanted to thank mr Tom Kirkman for penning this guide and really wish I had got it sooner. Thank you sir! Kind regards and happy holidays all Andi Robb
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Sorry meant to say I have the space,time and means to turn my garage into a kind of rod making center and could prob pump out 5 rods per week I am just wondering tf its worth it? Regards Andi
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Hi all, Just wondering, Now that I have a few custom rods under my belt I was wondering if it would be worth my while using the profit I have so far to buy the parts for some generic rods that I could sell online ie. Making some rods for $75 each and then putting them on amazon/@#$%& for $150? The reason I ask is that normally if someone is going to drop that kind of money on a rod they will wa
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Hi I just finished a build with the Fuji LS7 reel seat and first of all I love it!! very easy to use!! I used size D overwrap but didn't need an underwrap as I had layered the blank with surf grip tape. The one I used had a cushion and skirt and if it was to go straight onto the blank I would not bother with the underwrap as the cushion seems like it would do fine. For the full metal one I wo
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I just wanted to say I am very impressed with Mudhole and their customer service. I had an issue with my order (sent wrong thread size) One phone call later new thread sent out (which arrived really quickly) and I got to keep the wrong sized one too! Thanks Mudhole!!
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That is true!LOL Need to check my posts before clicking post! Andi
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Just to add my 2 cents worth. I just placed an order of $60 and the shipping came to $23, At first glance high right? But this included a 1 piece 8" rod as well as all the components I need to make a good profit for myself. Plus there is insurance and packaging to think about so I don't think its too bad. Annoying when you are ordering 1 or 2 items but not bad when you have a big order A
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Just looked again I was just being blind!! Thanks guys Andi
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Hi guys just wondering how would I go about cutting an Eglass blank? same as any other blank? is there anything I have to look out for? Andi
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I didnt see them on mudhole? Thanks guys Andi
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Hi all I am looking to get a Fuji FS7 reel seat but when searching online I seem to only find it from English sites! Do any of the sponsored businesses here sell them? Thanks Andi
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Thank you very much sir. Just wanted to say thank you to all members of this forum as the advice and help here has made stepping up my rod building much easier. Thanks all Andi Robb
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Hi guys quick one for you I have a customer who needs a boat rod built where he will be using braid with fish up to 50lb. What type of guide material would be best for this application? He really doesn't want to use any roller guides on this rod Thanks for responses Andi
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Just a link to the ones I am talking about: Thanks
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Hi guys, I have a customer looking at a new rod and is interested in the custom builder value E-Glass blanks from mudhole. I have never used these before has anyone here got any experience with them? Anyone know the manufacturer? Or if anyone has had any problems with them? Thank you for responses in advance Andi Robb
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Hi guys just wondering can you marble the entire length of a fishing rod? Or would this crack when bent? I know it would add weight but would it also make the rod too rigid? Thanks in advance for all replies Andi Robb
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