Thanks David
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I am using the KR Guide placement software, using a 3000 spool and 6-10lb braid, it spits out 16H, 8H, 5.5M. and the following spacing, 19", 10.72", 7.93". If I want to upsize to the 20H, 10H, 5.5M reduction train, should i use the spacing numbers for the 16H shown previously? or should I edit my reel/line inputs until the software spits out a 20H reduction train? For reference, do
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i was referring to the carbon fiber reel seat. i have no problems with the grips.
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Thanks. Sounds like I have been using more epoxy than necessary.
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I guess i was trying to fill some of the space, but what you are saying is i only need minimal glue? i typically use tape arbors? does the type of arbor used affect how much glue must be used?
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I recently purchased a couple of the NFC carbon fiber spinning handles. they are super light, but have a fairly large ID imo. I am putting them on small diameter blanks and the amount of glue i am adding is bringing the overall weight way up. how do you guys keep the weight down? i assume by using arbors is 2 enough? what arbors are lightest? How much glue is actually needed? Josh
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Thanks Norm!
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Hello, Looking for more expert advice. When I put together the rod specs on the anglers resource guide calculator no matter my entries, I always get the 20H, 10H and 5.5M. However, on this KR concept printout I found, shows the latest is 20H, 10H and 6L. (See link to PDF as I cannot figure out how to post pictures here). I'm sure the difference is minimal, but can someone explain this discrepanc
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Hello I am looking at building a pair of rod for jig raps, to be fished mostly vertical. Looking at something 6'3 to 6'6" MAX. I have a couple x-ray SB 684's coming. I really like the action of that blank as a full size. How much can I take off the butt end and maintain the original action/power? I would like to take 5 inches and get to 6'3", but would be ok with taking less off if I
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Norm! Thank you for that reply! I have been trying to figure out how to calculate the 4 guide reduction, but I guess you calculate it the same as the 3. Never quite had that figured out. Until now
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If I go with the 4 guide reduction, how hard is it to determine the locations? What I like about the 3 guide is that the GPS software also gives locations of where they go. Then so a static test for the runners.
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Spencer - I agree with you on the lighter line, and 90% of the time the 3/16oz and lighter will be thrown on 6braid to 4 or 6 flouro or straight 4 or 6 mono. However once and a while i will grab a 10lb braid reel and add in a 6lb leader to throw an 1/8oz jig. simpler than re-spooling bc i just didnt grab the right setup or whatever the situation is. Essentially just wanted to make sure that the 1
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Forgive me for being new to rod building, this may be an obvious question, but for spinning application, arbors (tape or otherwise) will still be required correct?
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Awesome! Thank you for the speedy replies! i will go with the 16h Next question that i just started thinking about after reading Kevin's reply is running guide size. I was thinking 4.5KTs but now I am wondering, "how far can i push this?" do you think i could go to a 4 on the runners? I do fish in freezing temps but imo that doesnt really matter, if its below 32 guides freeze up even
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Hello all! I understand this has been spoken about before but as I get ready to order multiple sets of guides I want to be sure to order the correct setups. I will be building multiple NFC X-Ray rods all from 6'8" to 7'3". I will be using Pflueger 30 size reels. They will be spooled with 10lb braid with 6-10lb flouro leaders or occasionally straight 4-6 mono. My end goals are to keep t
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