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I need all 12 guides on my rod redone (10'6" baitcast). The current guides are not ceramic and looks like a metal (brass color). 10 of the 12 guides have numerous tiny indentations (I have only used Monofilament line) that fray the main line as I reel in. The indentations look like small knife cuts into the metal, I was told at a tackle shop that it was caused by the fishing line. I was asked if I have ever used braided line and said "No", as I have only used mono. I was given a price quote of $3 per guide and $5 per guide for labor = $96 for the entire rod. Wow!!! it is a $139 rod to start with, I can't see paying that much to fix it. Can this job be done by myself?? Are there special tools needed?? Anyone know of a place to get such a job done that may be cheaper? Any info sure would be appreciated. I have no idea that this sport would cost so much, lol. I sure will be able to fill up my Christmas list this year, lol.
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