Elastic sewing thread works great. Sewing section of Wal Mart, or JoAnne Fabrics. $1.50 per spool. Two loops and an overhand knot - maybe a few wraps if it is a really big guide.
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I recently saw some wicked grooves on snake guides from a Sage 7 wt. But those grooves would have been caused by either the fly line or the backing. It was a salmon guides rod, and was about 12 years old. The guide sold it to a buddy of mine- he was probably tired of replacing line every few trips.
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Have been using super glue gel with great results. Apply liberally and clamp. I always let it cure for two days before turning, but one day is probably enough.
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Building a steelhead spinning rod on a Rainshadow 1085F blank. I have the guide spacing exactly as I want it, but the 2nd guide ends up about 2 inches above the ferrule on the top half. I plan on just extending the ferrule wrap to cover the guide. Are there any problems with this? Will this put too much stress on the ferrule? Have a few rods under my belt, and this is the first time that
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Dan, Since you have done some work on these, I would love to pick your brain about guides (# and spacing)and components - it should help me out when ordering. Please shoot me an e-mail if you do not mind. Mine is no longer hidden.
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I am new to rodbuilding and am looking to build my first spiral wrap for a med/heavy salmon and steelhead drifting rod. I am looking for something in the 8.5 to 9.5 ft range with excellent sensitivity, and light weight. I will be throwing .35 to 1 oz. of weight (lead, corkie, eggs or shrimp) and will be pairing the rod with a light baitcasting reel (8 oz), and 15 lb tuff line. I am really not
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This stuff is tough, but I have used it on non-rod projects and had it turn a creamy white color. Would not recommend it for guides. I plan on trying it on handles though.
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