Quote Originally Posted by DaleW View Post
Glad I came across this post ...

Have an old True Temper fiberglass fly rod, think it dates back to the early 50's, and the cork handle has managed to crack and needs to be replaced. The down locking reel seat is metal (aluminum no doubt), but think I will use the plastic bag for the hot water just the same. Wondering how far to submerge the cork handle ~ any thoughts there(?)

Thanks for the posts.
I think you will have problems rebuilding the cork grip from the butt end of the section due to the taper of the blank. I would leave the reel seat on and remove any guides on the butt section of the rod. Cut off the cork from the blank and rebuild the cork from the tip end. Then, rewrap the guides.

Ted