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by jbabin193
Sun May 08, 2022 5:26 pm
Forum: Custom Rods
Topic: Got my new eternity blanks
Replies: 10
Views: 7628

Re: Got my new eternity blanks

Specs for the ETES610MXF is CCS 272 grams and CCS Action Angle of 74-75
by jbabin193
Sun May 08, 2022 8:10 am
Forum: Custom Rods
Topic: Got my new eternity blanks
Replies: 10
Views: 7628

Re: Got my new eternity blanks

I’ve built on Rainshadow’s Eternity 10 blanks and think they are fantastic. I would put them in the same category as NFC’s HM or Xray blanks. The benefit for me with the Eternity 10 blanks is I’m not dealing with NFC’s lack of quality control. I’ve had numerous QC issues with Delta’s, IM’s, HM’s and...
by jbabin193
Fri Jul 23, 2021 7:51 am
Forum: Custom Rods
Topic: Power loss from cutting
Replies: 8
Views: 3582

Re: Power loss from cutting

dennis_rf wrote:
Thu Jul 22, 2021 3:15 pm
Here’s an interesting read kind of including what you’re looking for:

https://www.rodhouse.fr/blog/blank-cuto ... -cutoff-en
Pretty significant impact at roughly 6 inches.
by jbabin193
Thu Jul 22, 2021 1:25 pm
Forum: Custom Rods
Topic: X Ray MB-733
Replies: 10
Views: 4413

Re: X Ray MB-733

No I sure don't... just basing it off the spreadsheet downloaded from Batson on the new blanks.... which includes CCS numbers
by jbabin193
Thu Jul 22, 2021 7:37 am
Forum: Custom Rods
Topic: X Ray MB-733
Replies: 10
Views: 4413

Re: X Ray MB-733

Cool... that puts it right there with the new Eternity RX10 72ML
by jbabin193
Wed Jul 21, 2021 2:56 pm
Forum: Custom Rods
Topic: X Ray MB-733
Replies: 10
Views: 4413

Re: X Ray MB-733

I'd be interested as well. I have the MB703 in IM and Delta series rods and it's interesting. I purchased it with the intent of making a dropshot rod. Tip is incredibly soft, but surprising amount of backbone. I taped up some guides and put a baitcaster on it and tossed a 3/8oz crankbait with it. I ...
by jbabin193
Thu Jun 17, 2021 5:50 pm
Forum: Custom Rods
Topic: RodGeeks CARBON 4 SERIES - C4711XHF
Replies: 4
Views: 3026

Re: RodGeeks CARBON 4 SERIES - C4711XHF

Okay, that makes sense... looking at the SCV specs, I believe the Bass4 is more similar than the Carbon4. The Carbon4 just didn't seem up to my expectations. I didn't really examine the blank weight and butt diameter that closely and was more interested in the MF vs the F. Really appreciate the spec...
by jbabin193
Thu Jun 17, 2021 8:31 am
Forum: Custom Rods
Topic: RodGeeks CARBON 4 SERIES - C4711XHF
Replies: 4
Views: 3026

Re: RodGeeks CARBON 4 SERIES - C4711XHF

Oh wow... that's powerful. Could be it's a swimbait or muskie rod. They have their marketing wrong, as it lists the rod for flipping/pitching heavy cover.. lol

Would you happen to have RDA on NFC 809? How about the SWB806? I was also considering the SWB806.
by jbabin193
Wed Jun 16, 2021 6:56 am
Forum: Custom Rods
Topic: RodGeeks CARBON 4 SERIES - C4711XHF
Replies: 4
Views: 3026

RodGeeks CARBON 4 SERIES - C4711XHF

Checking to see if anyone has experience with this blank. I have built on the HMF which has a lure rating of 1/2 - 2oz. The XHF (same length) lure rating jumps up to 3-8oz, however the tip size is the same as the HMF and the butt diameter is only .620 in (.056" more than the HMF). To me it seems lik...
by jbabin193
Mon Jun 14, 2021 6:57 am
Forum: Custom Rods
Topic: MB663 (IM or HM)
Replies: 10
Views: 3887

Re: MB663 (IM or HM)

Are you measuring butt diameter, tip size, and length to verify? Do you also have to load test to verify? I use the RDA measuring system. When I get power/action/weight numbers that don't jive with previous models I've measured, or don't make sense against the next model up or down, its a pretty su...
by jbabin193
Sun Jun 13, 2021 7:39 am
Forum: Custom Rods
Topic: MB663 (IM or HM)
Replies: 10
Views: 3887

Re: MB663 (IM or HM)

but not sure if its a shelf blank from the xray or specific to Kistler. Kistler has many, if not all, proprietary blanks. Some of Kistler's blanks have no similar model in North Forks offering. I ordered and received a MB664 in the Delta series... I'm wondering if I received the wrong blank Unfortu...
by jbabin193
Sun Jun 13, 2021 4:35 am
Forum: Custom Rods
Topic: MB663 (IM or HM)
Replies: 10
Views: 3887

Re: MB663 (IM or HM)

I am currently using a Kistler LMH which utilizes an xray blank. It's nearly perfect, but not sure if its a shelf blank from the xray or specific to Kistler. I could see it being a 3 powered NFC rod in SJ.... possibly 4 powered. it's more of an xf action.
by jbabin193
Sun Jun 13, 2021 4:28 am
Forum: Custom Rods
Topic: MB663 (IM or HM)
Replies: 10
Views: 3887

Re: MB663 (IM or HM)

I ordered and received a MB664 in the Delta series... I'm wondering if I received the wrong blank or the Delta is that much more stout than the HM or IM. Something is off. I also ordered the 703/4/5 in IM with the recent 75% off sale just to see. I don't have experience with many of the NFC blanks a...
by jbabin193
Sat Jun 12, 2021 5:09 am
Forum: Custom Rods
Topic: MB663 (IM or HM)
Replies: 10
Views: 3887

MB663 (IM or HM)

Anyone have experience with the MB663? Was thinking of grabbing two of them to make jerk bait rods. I recently ordered the 664 and it's way too powerful. Looking to build the rod for throwing the standard 110 sized jerk baits in 1/2oz size. Open to other blank recommendations as well. Already did a ...
by jbabin193
Mon May 17, 2021 7:01 am
Forum: Custom Rods
Topic: DIY Rod Build (at your computer desk)
Replies: 4
Views: 2615

Re: DIY Rod Build (at your computer desk)

mind blowing... :o =D>