Ryan Kral Posted March 2, 2012 Report Share Posted March 2, 2012 Hey guys, last year I broke about 6 inches off my 3wt fly rod. It was a 7'6" rod to begin with. Is it possible to put a new tip top guide on the broken end? Obviously a different diameter due to the taper. Cheap rod to begin with, but I would hate to just toss the rod if dont have to, it would just be a backup rod now. Thanks, Ryan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest rich mc Posted March 2, 2012 Report Share Posted March 2, 2012 i'suggest taking it to corens rich Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scott Ferguson Posted March 2, 2012 Report Share Posted March 2, 2012 You just have to measure the diameter of the tip of the rod and order a new tip. I use a hot glue made for rod tips to secure it. There are lots of rod building web sites where you can order parts from. The action of the rod will change a bit with 6 inches gone, but you'll just have to adjust. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike G Posted March 2, 2012 Report Share Posted March 2, 2012 For a lot of $$$, you could probably find someone who could put a small splint inside that tip. and make it look like new. But the action will not be quite the same. So you have the best idea. You should be able to do it yourself especially if you can get along without perfectly matched thread wraps. Try this: 1. Remove the tip guide from the broken section. Heat from a candle or other source will usually break the bond. 2. Even off the broken end of your tip if it is jagged. A fine tooth saw or file should work. 3. See if the old tip fits. If not get one from a source like Netcraft. They start at a little over a dollar. Or take one of a beater rod you are not using anymore. 4. Glue the new tip on with 2 PT epoxy so you can get it off if it happens again. 5. If it bothers you, add thread wraps or paint the joint to match the wrappings. Coat with 2 Pt epoxy. Go fish. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ronk Posted March 2, 2012 Report Share Posted March 2, 2012 6" is a lot to lose especially from such a short,light rod & will likely result in clunky action.Before going to any expense/effort I'd call Corens for their opinion re if it's worth trying to salvage it.Sometimes the horse just has to be shot. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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