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RainShadow Rod Blanks — Guide Spacing: Complete Build Suggestions with Guide Spacing & Parts List
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GUIDE SPACING CHARTS

Complete build suggestions for every RainShadow rod blank — including guide spacing measurements, recommended guide sizes, and full parts lists. Files are organized alphabetically by model number inside the Dropbox folder. No account required to view or download.

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HOW TO USE THE GUIDE SPACING CHARTS

Build suggestions are stored in Dropbox and listed alphabetically by rod blank model number.

01
Open the Folder
Click "Open in Dropbox" above. No account needed to browse or download.
02
Find Your Blank
Locate your model number. Files are alphabetical — scroll or use Ctrl+F to search.
03
Preview or Download
Click the model to preview. Hit the download arrow (↓) to save the PDF to your device.
04
Build Your Rod
Follow the spacing, guide sizes, and parts list. Tape guides first, flex-test, then adjust.
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