Fishing rod repair?

Question

I've recently purchased a pair of used rods, and they are missing several of the ceramics in the line guides. I've replaced rod tips before, but how do I replace a guide in the middle of the rod? Are the ceramic parts necessary?

Answer 1

First , you're going to need replacement guides, razor blades
(or an exacto-knife) either urethane (U-40) or 2 part rod finish - since you're new at this, I reccomend the
U-40. You will also need wrapping thread, size "A" unless these are heavy duty rods, with large guides, then size "D",
plus disposable brushes for the finish. Since you probably don't have a rod dryer, you'll have to manually "spin" the rod in your hands for awhile until the urethane cures - make sure you use very light coats. Apply, spin, and do it again the next day. 2-3 coats should be sufficient.

The easist way to get this stuff is www.cabelas.com - they have good prices on rod guide sets. Yes, you need the ceramic insert on the guides or your line will shred.

Find what you need and order it, then make the repair.
Here is a link for all you'll need to know about how to go about doing it (wrapping the new guides onto the rod).

http://www.flyfisherman.com/rodbuilding/index3.html

To remove the old guides: CAREFULLY use either a razor blade or an exacto-knife and cut into the thread in the middle
of the guide feet so you don't damage the rod blank. Use your fingers to remove the threads. Mark the blank w/ either
a china marker or sharpie of where the new guides neeed to go. Wrap the new guides on the rod and apply the finish.

Perhaps Bob or Steelhead 1963 would care to elaborate.

Answer 2

Fishing Rod Repair Parts

Answer 3

Pheasant tail has it right, especially about the technique for removing the old guide and not damaging the blank. I use razor blades and throw them away often. Since this is your first try at this, you may find the C or D thread may be easier to use as they are larger diameter than the A Size. Just make sure that the surface of the blank is smooth before wrapping the new guide on. The U-40 Urethane finish, as recommended is great stuff, dries quickly and requires minimal rotation. Be patient, allow sufficient drying time between coats, and as stated, use thin coats until you get the desired finish. You will be fine.

In answer to you question about the ceramic parts, they are the most important part of the guide. You can't use the rod without them.

Answer 4

You do need the ceramic rod lined guides or the line will become damaged when ever you retrieve, i like the way pheasant tail described it, and when you do replace then guides use Fuji fittings as these hardly ever corrode and will last for ages, when you've re whipped the rings and applied the epoxy make sure that the rod is kept level when it dries as this will prevent you from getting bubbles and an un-even varnish i use a rod drying system
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The color lock is advisable as it prevents the whippings from being damaged by uv rays

Answer 5

I don't know what you mean by ceramic parts, if I knew what you meant I could help but this is the best offer I can give you... I would talk to your local bait and tackle store. (P.S. - Bring your rods :P)

Answer 6

hi mate, its cheaper to buy yourself a new rod, as for skeggy never fished

Answer 7

Just about any GOOD tackle shop, should be able to help answer your question, plus they should have the parts that you will need

Answer 8

you would probably be ok not replacing them they are put there to supposedly reduce line friction