Quote Originally Posted by TampaJim View Post
I am not a proponent of paraffin wax. However, I do use and recommend U40's Ferrule Lube. It is inexpensive and does a great job.

As far as multi-piece rods staying together - 99.5% of the time, I find the issue to be the method used to assemble the sections. Each section should be joined at a 90 degrees, gently pushed to the stopping point, turned 90 degrees to proper alignment and THEN snugged up. Reverse the process for disassembly. Every 2-3 hours during the day, check the sections to ensure they are snug.

BTW, there is a HUGE difference between snug and tight ... learn it and the issues related to disassembly will also lessen.

TJ -

Sure, I can do all that stuff to keep a 4 piece rod from coming apart or just use a 2 piece rod and not do anything.