Jakdemo8 1 Posted May 25, 2013 Report Share Posted May 25, 2013 Hey guys, on my way to waitpinga and just closed the door on my rod... Smart move. Snapped the tip off, just wondering if anyone knows of any one that can repair rods in victor/ goolwa area?Thanks Quote Link to post Share on other sites
rookiee 0 Posted May 25, 2013 Report Share Posted May 25, 2013 Same thing happen to me. It is actually quite easy to repair. Saw the videos below but wasn't convinced as i thought my rod tip had stitches on it so i took it to a tackle shop. He did the exact same thing. Just run the lighter quickly over rod tip and then use a long nose plier to gently lift it out. Then he takes a bit of sandpaper and run it over the broken tip area, so super glue can have better grip and also to smooth the tip. Refill the rod tip well with super glue and place it back on the broken tip and hold it steady for a few minutes. Then you're done. Don't disturb the tip for 24hrsAll you need is a lighter, super glue, long nosed plier and a bit of sand paperThis video shows how to repair broken tiphttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AdcKISb_A7UIf the rod tip guide is still good and you need to take it outhttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZIA-tJOLBVgotherwise the tackle shop have new got pack of rod tips for sale. It'll save you a fraction in costs Quote Link to post Share on other sites
igotafish 0 Posted May 25, 2013 Report Share Posted May 25, 2013 If it's a shimano, and a 2 piece, and the top half is stuffed good luck getting a new one. bloody impossible. I broke a raider and eventually gave up trying. waste of 120 bucks Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Jakdemo8 1 Posted May 25, 2013 Author Report Share Posted May 25, 2013 Cheers fellas. Went to south coast marine at goolwa for any one else that does this. Fixed it no worries. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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