Rod bond doesn't dry clear. It's not made for coating threads. Flex Coat, Threadmaster, and Pro Kote, to name a few are especially made for coating thread work. Most rods are either painted, clear coated or left unfinished but you can add a finish to your blanks if you want by using Lumiseal or Permagloss. Do a search for those two products and you'll find several ways to apply them to you
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Usually a size 27 fits the slick butts perfectly.
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Bobby, I'm sure there are many blanks by many different manufacturers that are comparable to the action of the Dobyns. It's just a matter of putting the completed rod on a testing board and comparing it with different blanks by adding weight to the tips so that you can compare the actual bend between the two. Here's a link to the testing board.
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You could have accidentally dropped some finish on the threads of your seat and didn't realize it.
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Nothing that's available to rodbuilders.
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Best thing I've used for the front of the reel seat.
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Alcohol from Wal-Mart for clean up. Buy it in the Pharmacy section by the quart. Take my word for it and a few others here with Many years of rodbuilding experience that you'll never run into a situation where you'll need the harsh and dangerous chemicals that was recommended a few posts up.
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I cringe when I hear someone say "pole" or "fishing pole". It reminds me of Andy Griffith and Opie walking down that gravel road with "poles" in hand.
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I do the same as Matt. It's so quick and easy even my five year old Grandson can clean a grip for me in under six seconds.
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Those of us that builds or tries to build the lightest rods possible don't usually do tiger or decorative wraps on our rods.
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We are now stocking the new Threadmaster One, one part rod finish from RodDancer Products. Click on the link to take you to the description and pricing.
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After putting on 6 coats and maybe even some more before it's all over with, I'd cut it all off and start fresh. Rewrap, level your rod then put on at least two thin coats of finish. That should be all you need to do.
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No one mentioned to be more careful when applying epoxy. Take your time when applying your epoxy to the area near your grips and in the split area. Use something to steady your arm and get in a comfortable position. Get closer to your work area if need to. Get your self better or more lighting above the area where applying your finish. Take your time when applying your epoxy to the area
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Got it Col. Will send info requested in the morning.
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Ray if you'd be interested in the ones with the collar made by Backlash tools we have all sizes in stock.
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I contacted Rich about a year ago and asked if copies were still available. He sent an autographed hard cover copy a week later.
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If you go from the grit tape to the grit particles your taking a step backwards. Use contact cement and your problem will be solved.
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The SJ blanks are fast action. The CB blanks are moderate. The CB 854, as Jim stated would be your best bet for what you're looking for.
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Stan give me a call. I have them in stock.
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Call Karen @ Bingham Ent.
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roger wilson Wrote: ------------------------------------------------------- > John, > Very simple solution. > 1. Use a white building bench. > 2. Have a white floor in your rod building shop > with NO carpet. > 3. Have a lot of light in the rod building shop. > > Roger Not very simple in my book if you have to remodel your shop just to find a few lost g
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I finally got around to adding the new Phenix Split reel seats to my website. Some of you guys were waiting patiently for me to get them on there and I appreciate the patience but now it's done and they're ready to ship out. Sizes available are from 11.0mm to 16.0mm. Smaller sizes from 9.0 through 10.5 will be availabke in about eight weeks or so. They are in the process of being manufactured
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Justin I'd drop the 12. Use one 10 then run 8 s on out to the tip.
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Roger, i've got to say you're one well oiled shipping machine.
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The music nearly knocked me out of my chair when it opened up. Needless to say I got right out of it before looking at anything.
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Steve very logical choices but I like your first one the best.
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No vote for me. Give it to Jim Gamble.
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David I never did get an email from you. Please use the address below to get in touch with me. I have them in stock. swamplandrodsATmsn.com. Replace the AT with @ symbol.
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Bill that's not hot sauce, it's a vaporizer to rub on your chest when you are conjested.
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Website link is working now.
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