k this ones for all rod builders on here (help)

[haddockfanatic]

im getting ready to build my 1st rod been 20yrs since i built one im going to use a cork grip on this rod question is iv never done one how do i start and finish it got the genral idea have all the parts cork tape is 1 in wide 1/8th thick blank is 8ft was going to have a 16in butt and 8 in for grip reel seat is graph.thanks for any help

[bruce.campo]

K - haddockfanatic - I'm assuming your talking about JUST the corktape, right?  Assuming that and easier to show you then explain, here is a video on how to measure and get the angle right for your first cut and putting cork tape on.

Replacing Cork tape on a surf rod Part I Surfcasters Journal video.mpg

BTW - what blank are  you using?

[haddockfanatic]

gator blank dhx35h 8ft

[haddockfanatic]

thank you bruce got it just watched it ill look at it in more detail when i get off the rd on fri take care and thank you again

[bruce.campo]

no problem - feel free to PM me if you have questions.