Here is another example. We are toying with the idea of a local rod building club. Not affiliated with any other entity. My wife and I both build and sell rods. We would meet at a local fraternal organization. My insurance agent (with a very good and large national firm) says my Lure Company, a small company, which the rod building is a part of, could be liable, if someone ran a rod blank into so
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Don't be afraid to let dour supplier help you determine the best componants you need for your specific build. By working with the supplier, you can get the blank you want, the componants, and ship it together.Saves $$ and your finished rod will do a better job as you intended. This is what they do! And they are easy to talk to.
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Keep us posted! thanks!
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What Lane says is a great idea. Especially with the micro seats. The proper fit really makes it easier. Or get the blank, measure where you plan to fit the seat, then order the seat assy. This way you do not have to deal with a gap.
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I also shave down the handle end of one of the little disposable yellow brushes. Iy makes a great little pick to dip in the epoxy. Same as the toothpick idea. Then wipe it off with alcohol, ready to use again.
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I use both, the tape and the arbors. When the arbors will work, they are really hard to beat. However, in some applications, the mesk works very well. The mesh allows the epoxy to penetrate, and easy to pack well.
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Good advice from Tom here. Your tax person, or a good CPA is where your answer lies. There is not a lot of risk, as far as a corp. is concerned. But some things just veries due to each person's situation. I own a couple small businesses. ! is a small lure co, of which the rod making is a part. If you operate as a business, weather out of your home or not, there is a risk where insurance may be
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Very good advice! Thanks!
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I think you have received the correct advice above. Tracking costs and determining how to price your work is a very different issue than the product cost bidding. Buy smart, consolidate orders, eliminate shipping costs, especially on the shipping of blanks are where some good savings may be had. The suppliers will take care of you, depending on your volume. Do you operate as a business, with a r
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Thanks Gary. Good info.
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That they are!!
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When the ice freezes on the guides, we turn the heater up inside the ice hut...
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Better than super glue I spose!!
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I just ordered a set of threads from Midwest. Cannot wait til they get here! Look great! Thanks for the info Mike!
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Wish I was going also! To those there, have fun and enjoy!
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Good luck and have fun! A nice project. Keep it light and airy. Let in as much light as you can. Have windows or AC for ventilation, also a bit of heat if needed in the winter. Utalize the cieling if possible for some storage. Use plenty of lighting. A light colored floor is also a good idea. Have fun playing!
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Here is a link to the Federal Excise Tax info. This info is located in the Library above. Good to see you enjoy building! It is a very addicting hobby!
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We use U40 LS a lot. We always put on 2 coats. If you put on too thick of a 1st coat, it will football. We always use a dryer. 2 coats does it usually all the time, unless you want a biger build. Then add a 3rd, but still, not too heavy. We use a dryer rack, turn it slow. Let set about 8 to 10 hours between coats. This works for us. We coat , let turn and dry over night. Next morning it can be re
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Roger, great idea on the q-tip! That really makes sense. I have had guides get "dirty". when dirty water deposits, anything that may leave a deposit on the guides. I just clean them with reel magic. It helps clean them up. But if there is a small crack, I would sure use Rogers idea. That is the tip of the month, for sure!
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Good luck guys! Sorry I will miss the show...
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Welcome! Start reading! Also, join the Rod Maker magazine. Read the library, glossary , and the frequent questions section. There is a lot of reference material here. Good info to study. And as Greg said, study the sponsors. Some are located in your western part of the country. You can find all you need there. Enjoy the Forum!
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Ditto to wht Steve said. Also try the search function. lot of stuff here. Then ask questions, and you will get a lot of advice.
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I would not use micros for any transition. They will not handle the transition like other guides. The runners will work. Email Bill or Lance at Swampland. They have some good insight on this.
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thanks for the tip!
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I have a couple that I use 2 transition guides. This fixes the issue. But then it is no longer a simple spiral with a bumper guide.
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Another good point -buy smart. What I mean is to maybe buy 2 blanks, or better yet 3 per order. you just saved $15.00 shipping and handling on the 2nd 2. Or maybe $30.00 compared to buying stupidly. This can save you a lot more than the whosale/retail pricing. Develope relationshis with suppliers, buy smart. Take advantage of their specials. This logic works in every business venture.
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Like a lot of businesses, if you buy wholesale, or at a reduced retail, volume makes pricing work. For wholesale, you may need a retail sales tax permit, or business lisc. Depends where you live. I happen to have a couple businesses. With a couple sales tax lisc. and about 3 registered trade names, which are liscensed. As Tom said, we also are required to keep records, file and pay the FET on rod
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look at mudhole
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Tony, decide what rod blank you want to build, call Lance at Swampland, have him spec it out for you. He will match the componants, everything. First decide the power, action, seat type, handle assy, and the type of guides you want. Let him help you do it. Or, get a MHX kit from Mudhole. Do not be afraid to use the sponsors to the left.
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I have ardered a couple, they are good kits. A person can sure upgrade, but then, you do not want to order a kit. Then just upgrade the componants that you want. These are good blanks though. The kit is very good product at a great price. Best thing to do is order one, then see for yourself. Kyle Robinson
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