Rod tip

[Justbass11]

My question is this, my rod tip came off, to fix it can I just use super glue? Also is epoxy just epoxy??? Can I just used regular epoxy at a hobby store or go on mulhole and get stuff for fishing? I have an eye to fix as well.  I guess that was 4 questions??? All reply’s are welcome, thanks

[Jig Man]

All I ever used for tips is hide glue.  If you use superglue or epoxy it would be a bear if you ever had to replace it.  Never replaced an eye on a rod.  Always took it to a pro.

[MickD]

Do not use epoxy or super glue.  They will be very difficult to remove if necessary.  Use hot melt, preferably that designed for rod building.

 

Slice off little chips and place them into the tube of the new tiptop. Then heat the tube with a lighter and slide it into position.  Rotate it 360 to distribute the hot melt well, then stop at the correct position.  It will be adjustable for 20-30 seconds.  If you misposition it, a couple seconds more of the lighter on the tube will allow it to rotate again.  VERY LITTLE HEAT IS REQUIRED!

[Batson]

Many tackle shops have a tip top repair kit that will have tip top glue in there as well. Super easy to put on just need to line it up with the guides.

[Justbass11]

Thanks for the advice guys, but now what about the eyelet that needs replaced??? ???

[MickD]

Sorry, missed the "eyelet."  (guide)  To replace a damaged guide it has to be re-wrapped and coated with wrap epoxy.  If it's damaged, it has to be replaced. If it's just loose, it can be just re-wrapped.  If you don't feel confident to do it yourself find a repair person to do it.  Won't cost a fortune.   

[Justbass11]

Thanks MackD, where can I get that wrap epoxy???

[MickD]

What color is the wrap?  You can get wrap thread and epoxy at Mudhole.com.  If the color is a bright color you will need color preservative, too, to keep the bright color of the thread from going translucent and darker when the epoxy is applied.  They have great customer service so an email with a pic of the guide, with a ruler shown in the pic to give them a size (or measure the OD of the ring in mm is better) and design for a good match will help them.  If wrap is black, then you won't need color preservative.  I would not substitute plain sewing thread.  Get wrap thread, most likely size A for most fresh water or inshore rods.

 

Search for youtubes for wrapping instructions.  Or view them at Mudhole.com.  A cardboard box with "V's cut for rod support and a book to tension the thread will work in a pinch.

 

Wrap epoxy is different from the structural stuff you get at the hardware.  It is designed to level well and be clear for guide wraps.  It is two part and has to be close to 50-50 proportions.  Check Mudhole.com again for video instructions.  Not rocket science, but it can be screwed up.

[J.Vincent]

On March 20, 2019 at 9:02 PM, MickD said:

Do not use epoxy or super glue.  They will be very difficult to remove if necessary.  Use hot melt, preferably that designed for rod building.

 

Slice off little chips and place them into the tube of the new tiptop. Then heat the tube with a lighter and slide it into position.  Rotate it 360 to distribute the hot melt well, then stop at the correct position.  It will be adjustable for 20-30 seconds.  If you misposition it, a couple seconds more of the lighter on the tube will allow it to rotate again.  VERY LITTLE HEAT IS REQUIRED!

Very good advice ! 

[Alex from GA]

The $12 or so plus shipping for the epoxy and the tip top glue would be better spent getting someone to wrap your guide and glue on your tip top.  Now if you have a bunch of rods that need repair then go for it.  I think most builders get about $10 for a guide wrap.

[spoonplugger1]

Guide repairs were $10 - 12 fifteen years ago, you use the same amount of epoxy for one guide or a whole rod. The supplies certainly are not the same price as 15 years ago.

[Justbass11]

Update:::I tried to fix it myself and over heated the rod and well...It wasn’t so good. After talking with Dobyns customer service. I sent the rod back to Dobyns Rods. It was my fault, but Dobyns company is working with me on a new rod. I can not say enough about their customer service and how they are working with me. In my humble opinion, Dobyns Rods is a top notch company....just saying

[MickD]

To help others, can you describe what you did?  If the tiptop took more than just a few seconds of heat on the tiptop, it was epoxied on.  In that case, it's a job for a pro builder.

 

 

[WRB]

Last Chance Tackle in Hemet is near you and they should have what you need or a rod builder who works with them, most pro shops do rod repairs and reel service.

Tom