How Do You Epoxy Rod Guides?

What kind of epoxy do you use for fishing rods?

Flexcoat rod builders epoxy glue is a high strength, waterproof, clear and unshrinking adhesive. Epoxy is perfect for EVA foam and cork handles. 30 minute setup time allows you plenty of time to get parts positioned properly.

How long does it take for rod epoxy to dry?

Generally, at room temperature most epoxy thread finishes will set beyond movement in about 2 to 3 hours. I would suggest you set your rotation timer to stop at 3 hours but leave the rod alone until the next day.

What is 5 minute epoxy used for?

An easy to use, 2-part resin/hardener system for quick repairs, tooling and general bonding. May be used in spot applications to hold parts in position while standard epoxy bonds cure. Bonds to wood, fiberglass, and metal.

What type of thread is used to wrap fishing rods?

Rod builders have traditionally used nylon, and in some cases silk thread. Over the past few years other threads have been showing up more often, in particular Metallics (yes, I know they were around in the 80’s), and more recently the Polyester threads (like Maderia).

How long does Flexcoat take to cure?

We allow 24 hours for the primer coat to dry (6 to 8 hours for un-thinned coats) before applying additional coats.

Is epoxy a resin?

Epoxy is the family of basic components or cured end products of epoxy resins. Epoxy resins, also known as polyepoxides, are a class of reactive prepolymers and polymers which contain epoxide groups. The epoxide functional group is also collectively called epoxy.

How do you use Permagloss rod finish?

Dip the small piece of foam into the permagloss and apply to the rod in long even strokes from tip to butt. Usually one pass on one side, rotate 180 degrees and a second pass on the other side. Don’t try to go over what you just applied because it sets up very fast and you will just mess up what you just applied.

How do you replace a guide insert?

1. First, Remove the Old Guide Insert.
2. Second, Apply Superglue to the New Guide Insert and Place on Fishing Rod.
3. Third, Use the String to Secure the new Guide Insert Onto the Rod.
4. Lastly, Cover the String with Super Glue to Finally Attach to the Rod.

What are guides on a fishing rod?

The main shaft portion of your fishing rod is called the blank. Along the blank are guides, which are the circular pieces that your fishing line is threaded through for more control. The guides are made from either plastic, metal or ceramic materials and are attached at the rod’s windings.

How do you apply Flex Coat paint?

Before use, FLEXCOAT is lightly stirred. 2 coats of FLEXCOAT, either undiluted or diluted up to 5% with water should be applied by brush, roller or airless spray. The first coat must be completely dry before the second one is applied. Coverage: 8-10 m²/lit per layer.

How do you mix Flex Coat?

To mix properly, measure the resin and hardener in a small, clear, non-porous cup. To mix the two parts, use rounded, non-porous stirrers, such as a disposable brush handle or plastic swizzle stick. Mix the two equal parts thoroughly until the mixture is completely clear (no cloudiness or streaking).

How do you remove Flex Coat?

Use a plastic tool or your finger nail to remove the finish. It comes off pretty easily, most of the time. Grab the thread end and unwrap. The finish will come off when you unwrap.

Can you use a hair dryer on epoxy?

There are other methods, including poking with a pin or blowing through a straw, but these are slow and ineffective. A hair dryer or heat gun doesn’t get hot enough to remove bubbles efficiently and can blow dust all over your wet resin.

Which is stronger super glue or epoxy?

Properties. Both form a very strong bond. Super Glue, however, has very low shear strength which means that the parts bonded will resist direct pulling but not off-angle stress. Epoxy, on the other hand, has tremendous structural strength.

What is the strongest glue in the world?

The name of the world’s strongest adhesive is DELO MONOPOX VE403728. This is a modified version of the high-temperature-resistant DELO MONOPOX HT2860. This epoxy resin forms a very dense network during heat curing.

Can you use polyurethane on a fishing rod?

Thanks to this versatility, polyurethane is a choice material for use in fishing tackle.Polyurethane dries clear, can provide waterproofing and stands up to nibbles and bites from fish of all shapes and sizes.

How many guides should a fishing rod have?

Generally speaking, there should be a guide for every foot of rod. A 6′ rod should have six guides, possibly seven, plus a tip guide for example. Spacing between fishing rod guides is wider at the butt end with the distance reducing as they move closer to the tip.

Which way do roller guides go?

Aftco regular guides: roller towards the tip with highest roller on double guide to the butt. Aftco wind on and SHD: roller to butt and highest roller on double to tip.

What are Recoil guides?

RECOIL guides are made from an extremely hard but flexible Shape Memory alloy, which does not require plating, cannot corrode in any environment, and returns to its original shape after repeated deformations.