Suggestion for my TDX

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Drew03cmc
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Suggestion for my TDX

Post by Drew03cmc » Fri Apr 12, 2019 9:49 am

I'm looking for a spinnerbait/chatterbait reel right now and was curious if my OG TDX would likely work for what I'm needing as I haven't been able to secure a trade for a newer Daiwa 6.3 yet. It's well worn on the edges, but works flawlessly. I would spool some 15# copoly on it and drop it on my Dark Angel MH. Would any of you have reservations doing something like this or should I hold out for a newer Daiwa CT 6.3? I'm spitballing here as the rod is perfect for what I want, tossed a Slingbladez 3/8oz yesterday and caught 4, but the 8.1 didn't have the balls to crank the bait hard. Shoot me some suggestions.
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Re: Suggestion for my TDX

Post by njbasscat » Fri Apr 12, 2019 9:54 am

I would have no problem with the TDX. It's a great workhorse reel and would be fine for spinnerbaits and chatterbaits. If anything, put a 4 bearing handle on it, upgrade to Carbontex drag washers, and your good to go.

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Re: Suggestion for my TDX

Post by Drew03cmc » Fri Apr 12, 2019 11:37 am

njbasscat wrote:
Fri Apr 12, 2019 9:54 am
I would have no problem with the TDX. It's a great workhorse reel and would be fine for spinnerbaits and chatterbaits. If anything, put a 4 bearing handle on it, upgrade to Carbontex drag washers, and your good to go.
I may have to try this then. The 8.1 just doesn't offer the torque I want for these baits. They're really awesome reels and the larger profile doesn't hurt me much. I learned on round Abus and Calcuttas.
Andy

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