MY2SONS Posted April 3, 2009 Posted April 3, 2009 Have any of you guys experienced eyelets breaking off on the Takota rods with stainless steel eyelets? I heard this was a chronic problem for Shimano, and I've been told they've corrected the problem. I recently bought a few of these rods, but haven't used them yet so I'd appreciate any feedback.
Priority1 Posted April 3, 2009 Posted April 3, 2009 John, Just wanted to give you a warm welcome to the site. Let us know if you need any help.
MY2SONS Posted April 3, 2009 Author Posted April 3, 2009 Thank-you. After reading several posts on this web site I feel like I'm in good company with a substantial knowledge base in salmon fishing. Glad I found this site.
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Sea-Mac Posted April 12, 2009 Posted April 12, 2009 Assuming you are talking about Talora rods from Shimano, I have 6 of these on their 3rd year and have had no problems. Great rods IMO. I know they make Tekota reels but am not aware of a Tekota rod made by them. The TDR Shimano rods are the ones I've had problems with the eyelets. Bought 6 of those just last year and had to send 2 back cause of the eyelets popping out. Shimano was VERY good with customer service and sent me 2 new rods.What I do now on all my rods to try and help keep them in there is use a krazy glue pen and work that around the seam where they fit into.
MY2SONS Posted April 12, 2009 Author Posted April 12, 2009 No I meant to write Talora, but accidentally wrote Takota. I purchased a few of these rods, and haven't used them yet. I know they have a great warranty, but was curious on how many other people had this issue.
MY2SONS Posted April 12, 2009 Author Posted April 12, 2009 The Talora rods that are said to have this problem have the stainless steel eyelets not the ceramic. I was told they were breaking right off the mount, but Shimano was working with there supplier to get it fixed.
GLF Posted April 12, 2009 Posted April 12, 2009 The Talora rods that are said to have this problem have the stainless steel eyelets not the ceramic. I was told they were breaking right off the mount, but Shimano was working with there supplier to get it fixed.I have 18 Talora rods and have never had an issue with any of them.
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