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flytire

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  1. send it back with a note regarding the missing pages and ask for a replacement.
  2. if that doesn't work try this http://www.google.com/search?q=vintage+fishing+tackle&nord=1&source=lnms&tbm=isch&sa=X&ei=EHa-U-e4D6PjsASGoILICQ&sqi=2&ved=0CAcQ_AUoAg&biw=1159&bih=606&safe=active
  3. Does Aluminum Rust? Aluminum corrodes but it does not rust. Rust refers only to iron and steel corrosion. Aluminum is actually very prone to corrosion. However, aluminum corrosion is aluminum oxide, a very hard material that actually protects the aluminum from further corrosion. Aluminum oxide corrosion also looks a lot more like aluminum (dull gray to powdery white in color), so it isn't as easy to notice as rusted iron. When iron corrodes the color changes and it actually expands. This expanding and color change can produce large red flakes that we all know as rust. Unlike aluminum oxide, the expanding and flaking off of rust exposes new metal to further rusting. This is why it is so important to provide a barrier so rust doesn't start. While aluminium doesn't rust, it often becomes dull from corrosion, and is often encrusted with brake dust, calcium, lime, tarnish, grease, oil and hard water stains. Simply washing it off, will not work, you need something stronger and more effective to do the job. We recommend Flitz Aluminum Pre-Clean to remove the surface grime, corrosion and buildup followed by Flitz polish (paste or liquid) to restore a brilliant shine. Works great on fuel tanks, gas pumps, mag/alcoa wheels, diamond plate, framing, step plate, engine parts, and more.
  4. aluminum does not rust http://news.stanford.edu/pr/00/aluminum511.html
  5. It was shiny aluminum. Now it's all turned. how has it turned? a little corroded? post a picture! have you tried wiping it down with a soft dry cloth? my 25+ year old traveler is just fine and I've never cleaned it. http://www.renzetti.com/images/PDF/master%20pg%201.pdf
  6. as for colors, don't be afraid to explore variants.
  7. If I were you I wouldn't rule out the intro pack from whiting http://www.jsflyfishing.com/whiting-farms-introductory-hackle-pack 100 packs are OK if youre tying100 size 12, 14, 16 etc flies the intro pack will give you a greater variety of sizes to tie as using the larger feathers for other types of flies or tails or legs etc
  8. Not what I would tie but I hope it works for you
  9. yes yes! we get it! best ever!
  10. Bend a half dozen hooks and tie your fly. Use those flies and go fishing. Record the results Be creative. Experiment!
  11. looks good to me http://www.flyanglersonline.com/features/oldflies/part439.php
  12. As for name brand I do not recall. I bent the legs using a very hot bodkin and very lightly touching the backing
  13. the "best" is what works for you A thin coat of uv resin should work also 12 & 20lb fly line backing makes good legs
  14. Micro fishing needs micro equipment http://www.jaustinforbes.com/
  15. Thank God I tie my own flies and have an inventory of materials and tied flies to last way longer than I will be alive. However, if on a trip to a new destination, I will support a local fly shop with a purchase. It might be smaller but I'll still buy. Gee bread used to be 25 cents a loaf!
  16. Giraffe has full spectrum bulbs http://www.giraffelamps.com/fly.htm I personally wouldn't go with led lighting. Too harsh for my eyes
  17. Good luck however way you sort them That's why I put hook in individual containers
  18. Your local fly shop should carry an assortment of vises to chose from. Lots of on line ship's carry them also
  19. i do not pinch marabou to length as i prefer to achieve the correct length at tie in
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