I think this is a CPW (Custom Power Wrapper) Powerhead with 3 Jaw chuck. The chuck is 3.000" wide. Jaws expand to 1.750"
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Hello , Thank you for taking the time to read this post. Could you tell me what you feel is a good R.P.M. speed for a power wrapper or what the usual R.P.M.'s for a power wrapper are. Also, is a variable speed foot pedal required ? Thank you. Rick
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Hello, Thank you for taking the time to read this post. Could you tell me what the maximum R.P.M. for a rod dryer would be ? Thank you. Rick
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Hi Bill, Thank you very much for the information, It is much appreciated. At least now I know I at least have a chance with the repair !! Good Health. Rick .
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Hello, Thank you for taking the time to read this post. I was moving things around in the garage recently. When I pushed the button and closed the door I did not have a clue that I was going to return and see a 6 inch section of IM6 graphite tip on the floor. I looked at it and sadly shook my head. The rod got caught up in the door runner and snapped off at (2) guides below the tip. It is a v
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Hi Jan, Cool little drying motor and the price is right !!! Nice find.... Thanks for the info. Just cusious.... did they charge much for shipping ? Good Health. Rick Marsters
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Hello, Thanik you for taking the time to read this post. Could you tell me what the best R.P.M. is for a rod dryer. I have been seeing a variety of speeds. Any information will be appreciated. Thank you and Good Health. Rick Marsters
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Hello, Thank you for taking the time to read this post. I have been checking out the Madeira threads and I noticed there are several types : Poly Variegateds.... Muted Soft Shades... Neon etc. etc. Could you tell me what Madeira thread type is used most of the time. I understand that Neon must be a very bright color. I do not know what variegated type would be. Also, does Madeira come
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Hello Doug, Thank you for taking the time to read this post. I reviewed some of you posted pictures in the catagory or Equipment and Tools. I have a quick question about an photo you have posted. Could you please send me an email so I could ask you one question. It will be much appreciated. May email is Marsters@comca&#
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Thank you everyone for all your help. Unfortunately the email is "Hidden". Thanks again and Good Health Rick Marsters
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Hello, Thank you for taking the time to read this post. I was looking through some of the photo's and I found something interesting pertaining to the photo and I would like to ask the member who submitted the photo a question. Could you tell me how I could get their email address so I could ask them a question. I tried clicking on their name in the photo section but it just shows the mem
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Hello Fred, This is what the Japan website www.matagi.co.jp says in English. Welcome to Matagi website Welcome to the world of Japan made fishing tackle components ! We offer all kinds and complete inventory of fishing rod components which are made in Japan as well as very unique components which you have never seen. Most of Matagi products are originated at Matagi and you will neve
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Hello, Thank you for taking the time to read this post. Could you tell me if there is (one) ideal R.P.M. for a motorized epoxy mixer to produce optimal bubble free apoxy ? I have seen them range from 16 - 30 R.P.M. Also, does the angle of the mixing cup need to be at a specific angle (45 degrees - 60 degrees) ? Thank you for your time. Good Health Rick Marsters
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Hello, Thank you for taking the time to read this post. I rolled into Jo-Ann Fabric's today to pick up some sticky back felt. I felt a little out of place so I bailed out pretty quick especially when I was trying to track down the felt in the "Bra" fabric & repair section !! I was wondering if the threads they carry Coats & Clark, Gutermann etc. are alright to use in RodBuil
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Hi Pete, I am not a rod breakage veteran and I am sure you will get many replies from those that are. I just want to give you my opinion. By viewing the pictures I do not feel that anything done by you in building this Rainshadow SWS70L caused the breakage. The reason for this assumption is the path of the splinter pattern. It looks to me that someone may have accidentally stepped on the rod.
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Hi Ike, www.@#$%& has an alcohol burner for around $10.00. It is a nice burner with adjustable flame. You want to use denatured alcohol as fuel. Good Luck and Be Save. Rick Marsters
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Hello, Thank you for taking the time to read this message. I recently obtained a CPW (Custom Power Wrapper) Power-head with a 3 jaw self centering chuck. I posted a picture of it for identification but I am not sure it is absolutely a CPW unit, The following address links right to the picture. It is very small, the chuck is 3.125" round and the jaws expand to 1.750" and close to .5
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Hi Spencer, That is it !!!!!!! Thank you very much !!!! ..... The 3 Jaw chuck is pictured with it. Going to fire up the phone and gve them a call. Thank you everyone for your help. Rick Marsters
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Hi Dave and Mike, Penn State Ind. has the small chuck that I have...... The model # is C3J-4. This chuck is held by a headstock with two bearings. At the end of the headstock protrudes a small 2.500" pulley to spin the chuck using a small motor. If I can find a tailstock to hold a center it will be the cat's ### !! At least I have a start.... I will post a picture of this unit soon.
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Thank you Mike and Dave for your reply, I appreciate it. Mike it is a very small 3 jaw chuck which is 3.500" in diameter. The whole unit looks identical to a metal lathe headstock but on a much smaller scale. I will post some pictures of it soon. The "Tailstock" I am looking for would be at the end portion of a regular lathe which would hold a center or a drill chuck, these usua
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Hello, Thank you for taking the time to read this message. I recently obtained a very small mini lathe chuck that is perfect for holding and forming custom handles. The chuck will hold a piece of stock up to 1 3/4" and as small as 1/2" with the concaved jaws facing inward. You can reverse the jaws to hold items less than 1/2". I was told this chuck came with a rod wrapping ma
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Thank you very much Tom.... I am absolutely embarrased !! It was right in front of my face all the time... no wonder I could not find it !! I think it is time they put me out to pasture. Good Health... Rick Marsters
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Hi Tom, Thank you for your reply. The article was one that you authored. t was about foam grips, I forget the exact heading of the article. It had a picture of something to do with a spray gun. I was pretty tired when I started to look through it.. Looking forward in going through the whole article if I can. Good Health... Rick Marsters
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Hello, Thank you for taking the time to read this message. I am new to RodBuilding.org and have been reading through some interesting posts and the replies. I came across the "Library" section which has articles written by some of the "Pro's" which I found to be very interesting. I was reading through one particular article and I was pretty tired, it was about 2:30 a.m..
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Thank you everyone for all of your help. It is much appreciated. Good Health Rick
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Hello, Thank you for taking the time to read this message. I am new to rod building and I am going through my list one by one. Could you tell me is an Alcohol Lamp which burns denatured alcohol useful ? Thank you and Good Health. Rick
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Hi Will, I hope this will help: The best way is to keep from creating them in the first place. Mix your epoxy slowly but thoroughly. Keep brushing to a minimum or even consider using a hard surface tool such as a spatula for applying your finish. If you still get a few bubbles, you can often remove them with the gentle heat from an alcohol lamp or butane lighter. (ALWAYS USE CAUTION WHEN WORK
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Hi Mike, I am going to be booking a room probably after this post. I am sure the surrounding area will be all booked up soon even though the exposition is 5 months away. I am located 35 North of Boston, Mass. so with the price of gas I am thinking of flying down, I guess I have some homework to do with booking a room and a flight etc. I like your phrase "If I don't want to, I don't h
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Thank you Mike, I received the message this morning. I should have browsed through the rules before my post. My apologies to the forum , sponsors and the members. Brian, I am new to rod building too.I feel that the individuals that responded to your post know a lot more than myself and I would take all their informaion as professional advice. This forum is the best there is and a great place t
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