Michael, Did you use any color preserver? I always use two coats and never have had a problem with Mudhole's decals
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I got the same e mail.
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Batson has a three piece 7' travel rod: SWT 70 H - SWT 70 MH - SWT 70M. I just came back from Alaska and I carry these rods in a tube strapped to my backpack. No problems with the airlines - plus these are great rods.
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John, You put the mandrel into the drill chuck. The Grizzly Hobby Lathe uses an electric drill for the motor. The Grizzly stock point holds the other end of the mandrel with the 60 degree tapered center. I use mine a lot.
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Rick, I would be interested too. Thanks
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Happy birthday Tom - hope you have a wonderful day
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I built three Batson ISA 1086 F 12~25lbs for Kings in Alaska. The biggest I have landed with them is 45lbs. I think it is a great rod for kings.
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10X - great people do business with
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Happy anniversary Tom - and many more to come
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X2 what Raymond said. I live in Maine and haven't received mine yet - but will be here shortly.
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Trip, Welcome to the addiction. Check out the library tab at the top of the page - alot of good info.
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Welcome Fabio, you picked the best site.
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I am building a spinning rod. I have created a water brake surface on the blank. I am using Rod Bond and an Alps Aluminum real seat. My question is do I need to do anything to the inside of the Alps real seat? Thanks for your help.
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I bought a Custom Power Wrapper from Angler's Workshop - never been out of the original box - the shipping lable states June of 2002. I have heard and read that most of the chucks on the power wrappers need to be replaced. I am wondering if any of you know if this one needs the updated chuck? If so any recommendations? Thank you in advance for any help.
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Bill, Could I have the info also?
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Are you going to fish for Kings - Silvers?
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Greg: When I try to log in I get the fo;;owing error message Error the element #rt-popuplogin was not found in the DOM Thanks,
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Claus, Check out the Batson SWT70H3, SWT70MH3, and SWT70M3. I have used both the H and MH in Alaska fishing for salmon. Great blanks, 3 piece easy for travel, and plenty of backbone.
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I just had to cancel my reservation at the Embassy as I can't make the expo this year. Just in case someone still needs a room.
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Batson Rainshadow ISA 1086 F 12 ~ 25 lb 3/4 ~ 11/2 OZ for Kings and Rainshadow XST 1084 F 8 ~12 lb 3/8 ~ 3/4 oz and XST 1085 F 10 ~ 17 lb 1/2 ~ 3/4 oz for silvers. I use these rods in Southcentral Alaska for kings and silvers.
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Ron, Unhide your e mail or e mail me and I will send you info.
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I know that you didn't ask, but Batson ISA 1086 F is outstanding. I have landed Kings up to 42lbs with no problem. Just a suggestion.
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You might try Kevin Knox.
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Roger, Am I correct that you don't worry about stress distribution for the three transition guides - but try and get the straightest path? Ron
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Thanks Roger
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I have built several rods using the simple spiral wrap with bumper guide, and several using the 0, 60, 120, 180 degree method. With the later, I placed the butt guide and did a static guide test. I placed the guides where they should go according to the static test. The second, third, and fourth guides from the butt I then placed at the 60, 120, and 180 degree position. In reading some of t
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Phil, May I get a copy. Thank you,
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I would look at the Batson SWT70-3 in H, MH,or M depending on what you are fishing. I have both the H and MH and love them
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Try Deft, it is a water based polyurethane
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Check out Batson Rainshadow RX6/E multi-purpose 3 piece rods. I have built two each of the SWT70H-3 heavy and SWT70MH-3 medium heavy for fishing in Alaska. Excellent rods!! I am in the process of building the SWT70M-3. I am sure that one of the three will fill the bill for you
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