Got A Aetos Flipping Stick! Small Problem Though...

[DFrench97]

Just purchased a slightly used good condition Aetos for $75 on Kijjiji.  It's in great shape, but one guide has a small milimeter crack in the epoxy right under the guide.  I was wondering if I could just apply some 5 minute epoxy on without sanding the rod?  Or are there better options for covering this tiny crack?  I just don't want this crack to get any bigger or effect the performance of the rod.

Thanks

[Bluebasser86]

I've used some quick set epoxy to fix loose guides before with no issues. It doesn't look quite as pretty as a professional job but it cost me a fraction of the price and I had my rod back in action almost immediately.

[smalljaw67]

A crack in the epoxy normally won't hurt, if you are worried a small amount of 2 part epoxy over it will make it better but it really isn't necessary.

[J Francho]

Is it a crack in the Flexcoat? I would NOT put epoxy on it if that is so.  If it gets worse, have a rod builder replace the wraps and Flexcoat. As long as the guide is firmly put, it should be fine.

[.ghoti.]

If you ever want the guide repaired properly, do not just slap on some random 2-part epoxy. Go to a place that sells rod builder supplies and buy some flexcoat or threadmaster finish.

[Fishes in trees]

Got this rod second hand?  Original owner got a receipt?  Reason I ask is that Fenwick Aetos rods have a lifetime guarantee.  I an not sure if that guarantee is transferable or not.  Me, I'd just use it til it breaks.  Hopefully that is several years down the road.  The last Aetos I broke (totally my fault) cost me $10 and some postage and I got a new one.

[DFrench97]

Got this rod second hand?  Original owner got a receipt?  Reason I ask is that Fenwick Aetos rods have a lifetime guarantee.  I an not sure if that guarantee is transferable or not.  Me, I'd just use it til it breaks.  Hopefully that is several years down the road.  The last Aetos I broke (totally my fault) cost me $10 and some postage and I got a new one.

Yes it is used but sadly didn't get the receipt.