Harebear,

Not dumb at all. Clyde answered the question but I'll make a suggestion:

Try to get a book on rod-building. It really isn't complicated but the saying, "A picture is worth ......." certainly holds true. Much easier seeing photos or illustrations showing, and in what order, the various stages and steps than to read and try to visualize directions.

Good luck on the project. One word of caution: ONE! because often ya can't just stop at one.

Allan