In reply to Post #15
Im sure you have checked but you would be surprised how many people dont, when i did refurbs i had quite alot that just needed swapping ! Its a simple fix with overfit rods you just take a bit off tip section re whip and epoxy hey presto .

Does anyone know what autoclaving actually does to a blank ,I'm guessing it preserves the test curve,but would it also make spigots wear less..?

In reply to Post #12

In reply to Post #17
From what I remember from the Century Advertising years back, it forces air bubbles out of the resin under high pressure which they claimed made sure there where not any voids / weak spots meaning the rod keeps its action for longer!?

In reply to Post #17
Spigots are only fitted after the process of autoclaving. Spigots are mostly made out of solid carbon so are prone to wear which is why steve harrison developed overfit rods ballista being the first.

Thanks for replies Jeff,and Shane..

In reply to Post #1
Would something like this work

https://www.anglingdirect.co.uk/maver-graphite-carbon-spray

In reply to Post #22
That's the kiddy. Only apply very thin, even coats at a time. You'll be amazed at how little really needs replacing.