kevin knox Wrote: ------------------------------------------------------- > When I build on seekers, its A underwrap, and 2 or > 3 layers of D over top with the first layer > getting a coat of finish before the second. What > guides are you using? I'm using American Titan Boat guides.
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I have a Seeker 2 x 4 that I plan to wrap. Will be using the American Titan guides. My question relates to wrapping the threads. I usually use Size A thread when wrapping my normal casting rods that I use for salmon fishing etc. However, with my aging eyes wrapping with Size A has become more difficult. I've read about guys using A for the underwrap and then D for the overwrap. I've also read
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Billy, I read the posts on the Calstars, thanks. That will probably be the brand I go with. The debate now is 6465XXH or 765H. Difference glass vs composite. I'm also getting the impression that this type of rod usually receives an under wrap and two over wraps. And I would think probably 3 to 4 coats of finish.
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Lot's of great replies above. The rod is being built for stand up fishing on SD long range boats. I don't plan to troll with the rod. I could see where the hypalon grip would be hard to release from holder under pressure. I was looking at the 6 foot to 6 and a half foot rods from Calstar or Seeker due to that being the recommendation from the long range skippers. They say the longer rod helps
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I plan to build a heavy stand up tuna rod. I've built lots of salmon rods over the years but never a big heavy rod. So I have a few questions for anyone who's in the know. The blank will be either a Seeker 6463XXXH or a Calstar of the same rating. 1) I was thinking of using Hypalon front and rear grips, Aftco reel seat and gimbal. Sound reasonable? 2) Looking at Aftco HD rollers and woul
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