Once again, thanks to all who replied to my query. Especially, those who encouraged me to bite the bullet and get the rod fixed. Sent it in on 5/22; rod arrived 9:00am this morning. Am extremely please to have it back, correctly fixed. Funny my PP timing, I sent them a message at 11:00pm last night asking about my rod repair. Uncle Larry, I took your advice and bought a new 8'-6" TFO 3wt to be delivered for Father's day.