Hey Folks,

As I'm new to rod building, and we have not yet gotten to wrapping in class, I'm wondering if the spool of thread is the "standard size" that the wife has.

I'm not talking about the thread itself, but the spool. More precisely, the hole in the spool.

I'm almost done with my rod stand and I need to put something in to hold/tension the spools.

Thanks for any info,
Rob

Close enough... a lot of standard thread tension stuff is used with rod building thread...

Two types of tensioners to think about. One applies tension to the thread. I dont like this one because it pinches the thread and can cause metallics to seperate:mad: Sewing machine type.

The one that works for me applies tension to the spool itself
:)
Heres how to make your own:
1/4x20 bolt length TBD by you, generally 3".
3 washers
a spring
a wingnut

Assuming you are using some type of rod building jig (wood) you would mount the bolt horizontal.

Slide onto the bolt the following ingredients in this order:
1 washer
Thread spool
1 washer
spring
1 washer
wingnut
Use a little ingenuity to make it fit for your own set up.
Happy turning
Chris

Thanks Guys!

Rob