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  1. Delaware Valley Tackle
    Either way will work equally well. I usually only use about 70 yds of braid on top but since you had a full spool already I threw out the tape option.
  2. Delaware Valley Tackle
    I suggest a cranking rod unless your specific waters indicate otherwise. Frog fishing is fun for sure but it’s a bid gamble in a tx situation imo.
  3. Delaware Valley Tackle
    You’ve been lucky. That is 100% the problem. Reel the braid onto another reel then put a strip of electrical tape around the spool then re-spool.
  4. Delaware Valley Tackle
    Do you have braid spooled on? If so did you use backing? This accounts for 99.9% of slipping drag complaints.
  5. Delaware Valley Tackle
    Contact me off line via email and I’ll help you out.
  6. Delaware Valley Tackle
    Someone has likely had the reel apart or the dial is broken.
  7. Delaware Valley Tackle
    Again, the terms are subjective so different labels may in fact be seen similar. In use it’s a matter of fine tuning and not a dealbreaker either way in most cases. You need to go with your gut and let on the water performance decide.
  8. Delaware Valley Tackle
    How long a handle or spool spins means next to nothing. If the reel functions properly during regular fishing motions it’s fine.
  9. Delaware Valley Tackle
    I’ve done plain, but functional quality rods for $200. Not an arm and leg by any means. Especially when you see what goes into the design and process.
  10. Delaware Valley Tackle
    Where blanks are concerned, labels like casting or spinning are just suggestions like spinner bait, worm, jerk bait etc. there’s no design feature specific to either across lines. As for spine, it’s debsted still in spite of proof of its irrelevance. To each his own. That’s why it’s custom
  11. Delaware Valley Tackle
    A blank doesn’t know if it’s built in casting or spinning configuration. Let me know if I can help.
  12. Delaware Valley Tackle
    The one I have here sits at about 45* when snug. I think you can rotate it 180 by removing 2 screws in the inside.
  13. Delaware Valley Tackle
    I’d check the rotor friction ring, felt drag washers, oscillator gear in that order.
  14. Delaware Valley Tackle
    I don't think gears are your problem.
  15. Delaware Valley Tackle
    What are "powerful parts "? any metal framed reel with a good drag should work fine.
  16. Delaware Valley Tackle
    The E5 is a 5.3:1 cranking reel for starters. The E reels went on clearance for $99 at one point. They have a cult following though and do have some value. Technology wise they're perfectly good reels. I'd consider $50-$75 fair depending on condition. Check eBay for completed sales to see what others paid.
  17. Delaware Valley Tackle
    Pm me and I'll give you the likely fix.
  18. Delaware Valley Tackle
    The changes I'm working on are on hold. In the meantime I can take reel service orders. Please check our website for updated pricing. Specials and discounts are unavailable during the spring rush. If you need a deadline for a trip or tx contact me for an appointment. Thanks much.
  19. Delaware Valley Tackle
    Yes, gear oil, sometimes incorrectly referred to as "rear end grease" I use it on everything except the drive gears. I find it the best compromise on levelwinds. It lasts and doesn't gum up
  20. Delaware Valley Tackle
    The difference is that a spinning reel spool doesn't spin when cranked or casted. Your reel is fine.
  21. Delaware Valley Tackle
    You can turn it by hand. Just baby sit it so it doesn't sag. The prokote is slow setting.
  22. Delaware Valley Tackle
    Cut the butt off flush, trim the length accordingly then reattach the butt using a short splice inserted into each piece. A thin scrap blank, rod, or dowel will work. Just arbor whatever you use to match the taper.
  23. Delaware Valley Tackle
    ABU is their flagship brand. Pflueger is their price point brand. One way they keep Pflueger prices low is not spending big bucks on marketing.
  24. Delaware Valley Tackle
    The most important thing is to clean parts and use an appropriate lubricant for the application. There's no magic. Ex: Boca Lightning Lube, or Tsi on spool bearings, blue marine grease on gears and 80-140 gear oil on frame bearings and levelwind, Cals on wet drags.
  25. Delaware Valley Tackle
    I can see how it's like walking a tightrope for a rod company to sell blanks. The price they need to get to protect the brand of the finished product really isn't competitive. I think they struck a compromise that will work for everyone.
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