30 July 2010

How to remove worn or broken rod guides


Tools needed:
  • hair dryer
  • sharp knife
  • masking tape
  • cigarette lighter
  • pliers

STEP 1    
Butt Assembly Butt Assembly

a)

Warm up epoxy layer to soften it.

 

b)

Cut epoxy & thread wrap with sharp knife (cut away for yourself).

   
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c)

Peel off thread & epoxy layer.

 

d)

Remove any bits of thread.

 


STEP 2

   
Butt Assembly Butt Assembly

a)

To remove tip top: Once thread & epoxy has been removed as in (Step 1), remove tip top. Heat tube of tip top

 

b)

Move back & forth tip in flame.

   
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c)

Using pliers pull the tip top off the rod.

 

 

 

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