MarkVA

Two piece white CRB M/L blank....guide wraps painted to match the Winn Grips. CFX reel seat insert.

I also use a lot of copolymer line on the Upper Potomac and a few deep lakes in my area. Line capacity is a bit of a factor in my decision. I'd get a 3000 size reel in Daiwa or Shimano, but personally...I do not like the T shape grip on either brand.

Many thanks for your reply!

I have a Daiwa Exceler LT 2500-XH. I would like to know if a spool from an Exceler LT 3000-XH would fit. My goal would be more line capacity, and, with a slightly larger spool, less line memory issues.

Mick D.....I hear ya loud and clear! I've been extremely satisfied with all my Bushidos!! s well as my MHXs.

One spinning rod, MHX blank, XF, 6'9". One baitcast rod, Bushido blank, XF, 6'9"

So many welcome replies! Many thanks! I used WD40, and followed up with a mixture of Dawn dish soap (to cut the oil), and baking soda (mild abrasive). The grip handle is now like new. This mix of Dawn and baking soda is a great hand cleaner for greasy fingers after cleaning reels!

I acquired a reel with a rubber grip. This grip had electrical tape on it. What would be the best method for removing the adhesive residue? I'm thinking a mixture of dish soap and a bit of baking soda in very hot tap water.

Planning on a new personal finesse/shaky head/light worming rod. Opinions on these three blanks: Cashion CR6r-iP842 (7') vs the MHX SJ833-MHX (6'11") vs the Cashion CR6r-iP843 (7').

Anyone else have this issue with Pro Paste: The resin has become dried out, crystallized, lumpy...less so in the middle. The hardner is just fine, no issues.

So many possibilities

I built it for a charity fundraiser.

It's just a distinctive fore grip.

If you're wondering how I got the fore grip...held in place with JB Weld Steel Weld (thoroughly washed inside), and coated in epoxy finish.