Pinoy_Basser

To add to the Chaos... left or right handed spinning reels ? or Both sides

Hmmm dont see the T-WING on these

Yes Around here we fish for snakehead in vegetation and sometimes exposed branches. I replace Braid (30-50lbs) usually twice a year depending on the condition of the braid after the 2nd turn over. Inspect for fraying regularly.

check out the reel test channel on youtube he already did a comparison vs the 70 and a 50

curado 70 XG. Mine is a 71XG and its my frogging, flipping/pitching reel. Install 4 bearings on the knobs (2 ea) and if you like 1 on the levelwind worm gear.

I got them from a local RC car shop or a local bearing supplier depending on the size.

yup did it on my cu71hg.

Most of guys here use them for inshore fishing for Groupers

you can also swap the bushing with a 4x7x2.5 bearing Part#5334 http://fish.shimano.com/media/fishing/shimano/sac/images/schematics/Low_Profile_Baitcasting/Current_Models/Curado_70/16CU70HG_v1_m56577569831025900.pdf

correct also same for the bushing on the worm gear

daiichi-seiko

Double foot

Thanx MickD, I aligned it to the rest of the guides but It aint pretty :P. there are a few flat spots and a rough feeling where i applied pressure to align it. I like to totally replace it to avoid any possible issues on the field (Line knicks etc). OD is around 6-7mm based from a small ruler and poor eye sight (cant find my calipers grrr). Will try to get a clear picture tonight but its similar to the guide on my GLX rods just a darker frame

Need help from the Rod Builders. I like to confirm the model and size for a shimano casting rod. One of the guides got bent (not sure how it happened) I can replace it myself but need the right guide model/size. My rod is a 2pc model Shimano Deportivo casting rod (JDM). According to the specs it uses SIC with stainless frame. The guide is the 3rd guide from the bottom if the 2 pcs are connected. The inner diameter (hole) is about 5-6mm. TIA

try a slim beauty knot.