Thanks Stu. I feel much better now knowing that I am not going to be butchering the blank here at home and then bringing it along embarrassingly to the rod building weekend to show my handywork. This rod used to be my alrounder off the rocks and still has a beaut action to it. The blank is in great condition still and I really do look forward to seeing it gleam again with yours and Roz's help. Thanks already for the advice. I think we are in for one hell of an enjoyable weekend. Maybe I can car pool with Great White and Herm.
Regards,
Poodroo