slowriprun:
Like barefoot said, except I don't have any turning device. I use the very old school method: Thread through a book, thread between my big toe and second toe, foot on top of book for tension. If that makes no sense, you're okay. The cost is wide open. Other than flex coat and a little color perservative, I had the guides sitting around from old rods found at thrift stores and garage sales. So, I'd stripped them down and had the guides. My cost: 3 dollars + time. Again, like barefoot said, it is something that once ya got, ya can use over and over again. It's a hobby for some; for me, it a way to keep my brain from spinning out of control. If you ever need help or anything, let me know. I'm not good, but I try.
rolf99:
if possible can you post a picture of what the toe and book method looks like? thanks!
slowriprun:
:smt005 As pathetic as it is, yea; I'll have it up by tomorrow.
Christian:
I had an old tuna king rod rebuilt. A rod of the same weight and class may cost 100$ or more. I had a pac bay unibutt custom wrap and marbeling done to it. The rod is beautiful. I dont have the skills to do it myself. The best speed to rotate your rod after coating is 15-18 rpms (per my rod guy) nothing beats seasoned gear.
slowriprun:
Here ya go. You'll see the order of operations and an ugly foot, which controls the tension during the winding; It's really easy, with a little practice.