OK, it's not a fly rod, but I'm going to try and strip an old "Ugly Stick" down just to practice wrapping and whatnot. I'd also like to just make it into a "Fly-O" when it's done, so it doesn't have to be fly fishing compatible. I broke the tip top off a few years ago, and I'd like to just play around with rod building for now and then decide If it's for me. Any suggestions on how to remove the original guides and grip?? Any help you may provide on this will be greatly appreciated!!