The way I run my Power wrapper is I have my motor end Oriented to the right, That way my Thread carrier is behind the blank and out of the way. As for tip not fitting in the rollers try arching the blank up a bit so you can get more blank on the bottom guide wheels. I build primarily Salmon & Steelhead rods that go out to 11'6" so I have an extra base section. As for sliding the roller carriers past the joints I have seen it done a couple different ways, you can have the screw heads on the in side and use a 90 degree screw driver like the ones for garbage disposals or you can remove some of the plastic from the bottom clamp so it slides by easier. The speed knob you are referring to is a rheostat switch that limits how fast the rod takes off when the pedal is depressed, just starting out about 1/3 power will help get things going smoothly, work up as needed. Good Job!!!! I have been using my Old Pac Bay with a chuck upgrade & double spool assembly since 2000. Holler at me if you need any advice!
I am wanting to purchase a power wrapper but I have a question. In this video I noticed that you wrapped a guide on the blank, with out the grips. I have built around 10 rods but the grips, both split and standard had to be installed first. Was this just demo of the wrapper? Or is there another way to install grips? Also, will the Chuck open enough to take a grip?
1. Be very careful with smaller sizes blanks. Push them inside the three jaw clamp too far and it will crush the blank since the jaws are not rubber covered back behind the rubber parts on the face of the jaws. 2. After you learn the thread carrier, you don’t need to hold onto it, you set the fees slightly behind the wrap and it will roll with the wrap on its own. 3. The clamping roller set is meant to be out at the end. Then it’s quick to move the spring loaded carriers back and forth as you work. 4. When running the dryer, make sure to properly clamp the rod blank it’s 25:48 the jaws. It can slowly come loose and destroy the drying process when it quits turning and all of the epoxy just settles to one side. Otherwise this wrapper is probably the best on the market. Been running it for several years now with absolutely no issues.
I'm really glad I found this im building a glass working lathe which needs drive motors on each end instead of one end like traditional lathes people pay 10 - 20k for a glass lathe this looks like it'll work if I buy a second chuck for the opposite end thank you so much for posting this man I almost gave up hope on making this work
I have the Mudhole power wrapper. They have recently released Pro Stands that have ball bearing rollers that are definitely superior to the Alps wrapper. The Mudhole unit does not have the option to dry. You must have the separate drier. I have a total of 10 driers for repairs. I ordered this unit because of the drier/wrap option and also to have a separate unit for shaping grips. I will likely use the mudhole unit for that purpose. I do like how the thread carriage is closest to the operator. The mudhole carriage rides on the back track so I designed my own front carriage that will travel along the front side of the rod so you can actually see what you are doing prior to having any gaps or mistakes. The front carriage I designed works like a dream. I used a piece of starboard with rollers supplied by Mudhole and I used my own eye bolt. I'm anxious to get my Alps wrapper in the next few days so that I can do my own comparison.
2 года назад
Hi Richard, just wondering what's your impression now? (Assuming you ended up getting you Alps wrapper?)
@ Still use the Mudhole wrapper more. I hate the spring loaded rod stands. Rods pop out easily. I drop stuff in those deep tracks. Don’t like the thread carrier at all. It needs a tension arm and I don’t want to spend $100 for an aftermarket arm that doesn’t come with rollers. I use it for repairs only and when I need a spare drier. For builds I use the Mudhole machine. Definitely superior, even without the CRB roller stands.
2 года назад
@@richardhardin191 Thanks for the details. I am debating between the Mudhole and the Alps. I think Mudhole rollers are probably the best out there, what I don't like so much is how the motor is positioned and exposed to dust. The price is getting steep too given that an additional dryer is required. Reading the comments on the mudhole website I am also a bit skeptical. I just wish Alps would come up with good rollers. I guess if I want to turn handles I'll have to buy two units so I don't end up with a massive mess.
2 года назад
I forgot to ask in my previous message, do you have a link or details on the front carriage you've built?
I noticed on another video, a batson rod wrapper, it is almost identical to your alps wrapper. the demo guy has the connecting brackets mounted outside so it doesn't interfere with the roller assemblies. Maybe this can be helpful for you?
Do some looking around and you will find the EXACT same machine at different prices and with different stickers. Then you'll notice they all have "Upgrades" that look alike. Some even say their parts are compatible with (Insert List of Other Models Here). I'll bet these are pumped out of a Chinese Factory for about 50 bucks a piece - wholesale. I was lucky and found one with a Pac Bay Label used for south of 100.00 There are some different machines and some mounted differently - but most are the same.
Thank you for posting this unboxing video. I am looking to get into the rod building hobby and am interested in the machine. One question is will the chuck be able to clamp onto rod butts? I think you need to seat the butt, reel seat and foregrip prior to installing the guides. I assume this wrapper will work ok but just wanted to confirm prior to making a purchase.
What would the approx cost be to have the complete setup purchase and shipping to New Zealand??? And is it also available for 240 volt power supply as used here in New Zealand....
@@TheSpeedofTim Cheers for the quick response... Have made a power wrapping machine which seems to work pretty well but I'm always looking at ways to modify/ upgrade and the Alps looks like it's the way I'm going to go... Thanks so much for your help...
It's a great machine. Only con is the thread carriage, it may take a bit if tweaking to get your thread as tight as you like, but is amazing once that is locked in. Enjoy and tight lines!
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