Heat.

IF you used a traditional thread epoxy on the wraps, just apply heat to soften and cut across the top (on the foot of the guide) gently with an X-Acto knife. You are trying to cut through the thread without cutting the blank. Once you get a split in the wrap, just peel it off - heat can be helpful here too.

IF you used Rod Bond to adhere your cork grips and reel seat, just boil the section in water on the stove. Make sure the part you are wanting to remove is completely submerged. BTW, I have NEVER hurt a graphite rod section with boiling water ... not in 20+ years. After 10-15 minutes, grab the grip with a towel and twist. Once it twists, it will come off as well. Repeat the process for the reel seat.


There are a bunch of reasons to use traditional products to assemble rods. But one of the best reasons to use them, is actually disassembly. IF you used anything else in the construction, maybe someone else can help.

Jim -