Coming Soon!
This is just a sneak peek at what's coming down the pipe....
do you need someone to test them ? ;D ;D ;D
Oh man, Now I'll never be able to buy a baja special!
The wish list just keeps growing doesn't it.
Nice, mine is pretty beat up, those should be the ticket.
and I just "sold" (cheap as chips) my spare Baja Special to my close fishing friend after he sent his Baja Special to the bottom of the sea, I mention that because I kind of like the vintage look of the stock sideplates but I really want to get those Cortez Convertion sideplates for mine.
Tom, will you have the option of different colors or just silver as the one you showed?
Quote from: steelfish on September 10, 2021, 04:52:17 PM
and I just "sold" (cheap as chips) my spare Baja Special to my close fishing friend after he sent his Baja Special to the bottom of the sea, I mention that because I kind of like the vintage look of the stock sideplates but I really want to get those Cortez Convertion sideplates for mine.
Tom, will you have the option of different colors or just silver as the one you showed?
Hola Alex,
They will be available in several colors, depending on demand.
Tom
I've been salivating since he showed me the photo.
The Man
Ok, I'm in. Just name your price Tom !!
I, of course, will need to order a set once they are out. But I do have a question: Given that the Baja Special already has a one piece aluminum frame, how much do the aluminum side plates help? Is the reel significantly more rigid so that the gears always align? Do aluminum side plates act as a heat sink to keep the drags cool when that 100# wahoo tries spool you?
Tom, those things are slick! Will they all be inscribed like these? I personally love it.
Nick
Tom, I going to need 1 set in silver & probably a second set in purple. Rudy
Quote from: akfish on October 01, 2021, 12:41:46 PM
I, of course, will need to order a set once they are out. But I do have a question: Given that the Baja Special already has a one piece aluminum frame, how much do the aluminum side plates help? Is the reel significantly more rigid so that the gears always align? Do aluminum side plates act as a heat sink to keep the drags cool when that 100# wahoo tries spool you?
To quote Tom himself, "we're becoming girls!" The sideplate colors ensure that your reel is color coordinated with your buff and Keens :)
The Man
Definitely in. X2
Quote from: Ron Jones on October 03, 2021, 04:04:05 AM
To quote Tom himself, "we're becoming girls!"
I can relate... pretty colors! ;) :D ;D
(https://i.imgur.com/rBFld4fl.jpg)
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A~
Tom just keeps raising the bar. those are beautiful. 1 set please!
Those plates are soothing to the eyes Tom! I'm in for a set please.
Thanks
Jim
Quote from: Aiala on October 03, 2021, 03:54:09 PM
Quote from: Ron Jones on October 03, 2021, 04:04:05 AM
To quote Tom himself, "we're becoming girls!"
I can relate... pretty colors! ;) :D ;D
(https://i.imgur.com/rBFld4fl.jpg)
~A~
Told Ya!
The first run of these plates will be going to the anodizer next week!
Wow!
Well tom it seems you keep coming up with good ideas. It will give me a winter project.
Mike
Tom, I've got a Baja & a US 113N waiting for the plate kits. Rudy
Alright Folks,
I was able to upload pics into the gallery.
(https://alantani.com/gallery/36/medium_153_11_01_22_1_08_53.jpeg) (https://alantani.com/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view;id=36119)(https://alantani.com/gallery/36/medium_153_11_01_22_1_06_18.jpeg) (https://alantani.com/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view;id=36114)
(https://alantani.com/gallery/36/medium_153_11_01_22_1_08_29.jpeg) (https://alantani.com/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view;id=36118)(https://alantani.com/gallery/36/medium_153_11_01_22_1_07_59.jpeg) (https://alantani.com/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view;id=36117)
(https://alantani.com/gallery/36/medium_153_11_01_22_1_06_49.jpeg) (https://alantani.com/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view;id=36115)(https://alantani.com/gallery/36/medium_153_11_01_22_1_07_20.jpeg) (https://alantani.com/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view;id=36116)
The US 113HN Senator/ Baja Special plates are done. I did a small run of just 10 Silver and 10 Black kits to test out a new surface finish. I'm not 100% happy with them, so I'm going to list them here as blemishes for the Ohana only. If they don't sell here, I'll throw them to the general public in a week or so. They are fully functional, just have a little finish issue on one of the plates. I would say if you're going to fish these, they are the ones to get and use/abuse. I will be making another run soon that will be shelfie quality! As always, the kits will include everything you need to convert your existing reel.
The discounted price is $110.00 with shipping included.
If you want pics or to order kits, please email me at tomhryniuk@cortezconversions.com
Thanks All!
Tom
Hello All,
Sheridan just let me know that I shorted you all a couple clicker spring screw screrws.
He also mentioned that the clicker button has more than normal slop. If you all let me know if you have the same issues, I will send out a shim
Thanks!
Tom
Still Anxiously waiting on my 2 kits ;D
Plates came out great, went together in a snap. The finish has a bit of texture, I don't know what it's called but it looks nice and feels good in the hand. Still trying to find a blemish on them but the only blemishes on the reel are on the beat up baja special I put them on. Huge upgrade over stock, that's for sure!
Waiting for mine too (1).
Quote from: Wompus Cat on January 19, 2022, 10:48:50 PM
Still Anxiously waiting on my 2 kits ;D
You should see your order today Wompus!
Quote from: RowdyW on January 20, 2022, 03:50:32 AM
Waiting for mine too (1).
Yeah, sorry Rudy, I've prototyping and I'm a bit behind on my bench work. I'll get your order in the mail today.
Quote from: Cortez_Conversions on January 20, 2022, 02:12:53 PM
Quote from: Wompus Cat on January 19, 2022, 10:48:50 PM
Still Anxiously waiting on my 2 kits ;D
You should see your order today Wompus!
Got EM ! ;D
Man they are BEE YOU TEE FULL. I don't see nuttin wrong unless you are wanting a MIRROR SMOOTH FINISH.
I like Swirl and Knurl.
Do these not come with bearings,Clicker Spring Lugs and Caps or are you spose to use your Donor Guts ?
Thanks Tom for another GREAT Product !
Am I too late Tom? I've been busy on the new place.
Hello All,
I just mailed the two clicker screws and a shim to those who didn't get them. give it a few days, USPS is running slow......
Thanks!
Tom
Tom,
Your Baja Special/US113 Senator side plates just arrived, and MAN O'MAN!!! Are they BEAUTIFUL!!!! Check them out.
(https://alantani.com/gallery/36/7588_23_01_22_8_57_10_362232453.jpeg)
(https://alantani.com/gallery/36/7588_23_01_22_8_57_19_36225975.jpeg)
(https://alantani.com/gallery/36/7588_23_01_22_8_57_21_362262253.jpeg)
(https://alantani.com/gallery/36/7588_23_01_22_8_57_26_36227637.jpeg)
(https://alantani.com/gallery/36/7588_23_01_22_8_57_30_362291119.jpeg)
(https://alantani.com/gallery/36/7588_23_01_22_8_57_30_36230899.jpeg)
Tom, Your BRAND NEW Side plates are PERFECT, close as I can tell.
I asked my wife, Jennifer, to take a look, and she can be REEL Picky at times, after all she PICKED ME!!! Leave it ALONE Boyz!!!! ;D
The extra needed parts are PERFECT!!!
(https://alantani.com/gallery/36/7588_23_01_22_8_57_27_362281951.jpeg)
THE ONLY THING I could see, after taking off my glasses, turning on the overhead light, and REELY peering at the sides plates is this...
Some leftover mill marks, butt they are difficult to see and harder to photograph. And I'm using an iPhone!!!
(https://alantani.com/gallery/36/7588_23_01_22_8_57_32_36231543.jpeg)
(https://alantani.com/gallery/36/7588_23_01_22_8_57_13_362241482.jpeg)
Tom, you have some serious fishing parts here.
BTW, I was at the ISE in Sacramento yesterday with a lifelong buddy, Jerry, and the lady at the booth for Martin Verdugo's Sportfishing Resort in Los Barilles, Baja, Mexico, says HOLA!!!!
I believe her name is Marisol!!! She says hello.
Can't wait to get these plates on my Baja Special and soak them on my next trip to the Sea of Cortez.
Wayne
Quote from: El Pescador on January 23, 2022, 09:08:31 PM
Tom,
Your Baja Special/US113 Senator side plates just arrived, and MAN O'MAN!!! Are they BEAUTIFUL!!!! Check them out.
(https://alantani.com/gallery/36/7588_23_01_22_8_57_10_362232453.jpeg)
(https://alantani.com/gallery/36/7588_23_01_22_8_57_19_36225975.jpeg)
(https://alantani.com/gallery/36/7588_23_01_22_8_57_21_362262253.jpeg)
(https://alantani.com/gallery/36/7588_23_01_22_8_57_26_36227637.jpeg)
(https://alantani.com/gallery/36/7588_23_01_22_8_57_30_362291119.jpeg)
(https://alantani.com/gallery/36/7588_23_01_22_8_57_30_36230899.jpeg)
Tom, Your BRAND NEW Side plates are PERFECT, close as I can tell.
I asked my wife, Jennifer, to take a look, and she can be REEL Picky at times, after all she PICKED ME!!! Leave it ALONE Boyz!!!! ;D
The extra needed parts are PERFECT!!!
(https://alantani.com/gallery/36/7588_23_01_22_8_57_27_362281951.jpeg)
THE ONLY THING I could see, after taking off my glasses, turning on the overhead light, and REELY peering at the sides plates is this...
Some leftover mill marks, butt they are difficult to see and harder to photograph. And I'm using an iPhone!!!
(https://alantani.com/gallery/36/7588_23_01_22_8_57_32_36231543.jpeg)
(https://alantani.com/gallery/36/7588_23_01_22_8_57_13_362241482.jpeg)
Tom, you have some serious fishing parts here.
BTW, I was at the ISE in Sacramento yesterday with a lifelong buddy, Jerry, and the lady at the booth for Martin Verdugo's Sportfishing Resort in Los Barilles, Baja, Mexico, says HOLA!!!!
I believe her name is Marisol!!! She says hello.
Can't wait to get these plates on my Baja Special and soak them on my next trip to the Sea of Cortez.
Wayne
I'm glad you like the plates Wayne!
The ridges you see are intentional. Since I can't relaibly remove the machining marks, I glorified them. Machining a pattern onto those surfaces hides the real tooling marks and give the part a textured look. The added cost is almost a wash. The extra time(cost) on the machines is offset by not throwing big bucks at polishing houses that return a 10-20% scrap rate.This new process gives me 100% control of the finishing. I have partnered with a new Anodizer who practices what they preach when it comes to quality and to date they have returned a quality finish with their anodizing.
Yes, Marisol runs the Verdugo family resort in Los Barriles. We usually meet up at the Fred Hall Long Beach show.They are a wonderful family and I can't wait to get back down there! How did my name come up?
Tom
Tom, I received the Baja plates today. I must say that as impressed as I am with the workmanship (as usual), I am equally impressed with the fact that I ordered on Thursday afternoon and received the order in NJ on Monday from Ca. Phenomenal service.
Thanks, Ed
Quote from: Cortez_Conversions on January 22, 2022, 07:15:04 PM
Hello All,
I just mailed the two clicker screws and a shim to those who didn't get them. give it a few days, USPS is running slow......
Thanks!
Tom
I didn't get them either
Love the boutique milling on the wheelhouse. VERY cool.
Quote from: day0ne on January 24, 2022, 09:08:30 PM
Quote from: Cortez_Conversions on January 22, 2022, 07:15:04 PM
Hello All,
I just mailed the two clicker screws and a shim to those who didn't get them. give it a few days, USPS is running slow......
Thanks!
Tom
I didn't get them either
Yep. Yours are on the way David!
Quote from: Cortez_Conversions on January 24, 2022, 09:12:38 PM
Quote from: day0ne on January 24, 2022, 09:08:30 PM
Quote from: Cortez_Conversions on January 22, 2022, 07:15:04 PM
Hello All,
I just mailed the two clicker screws and a shim to those who didn't get them. give it a few days, USPS is running slow......
Thanks!
Tom
I didn't get them either
Yep. Yours are on the way David!
Thank you
Quote from: Cortez_Conversions on January 24, 2022, 05:56:42 PM
I'm glad you like the plates Wayne!
The ridges you see are intentional. Since I can't relaibly remove the machining marks, I glorified them. Machining a pattern onto those surfaces hides the real tooling marks and give the part a textured look. The added cost is almost a wash. The extra time(cost) on the machines is offset by not throwing big bucks at polishing houses that return a 10-20% scrap rate.This new process gives me 100% control of the finishing. I have partnered with a new Anodizer who practices what they preach when it comes to quality and to date they have returned a quality finish with their anodizing.
Yes, Marisol runs the Verdugo family resort in Los Barriles. We usually meet up at the Fred Hall Long Beach show.They are a wonderful family and I can't wait to get back down there!
How did my name come up?
Tom
Tom,
I asked for you by NAME!!!! I know you enjoy staying at the Verdugo Family Resort when you are in the area. Jerry and I ate at both Smokey's Grill & Cantina and Beans & Rice Tako Bar at the end of the street while in Los Barriles, and with our recent trip to San Evaristo, Marisol had many questions for us, we have visited a part of her world of where she lives and she has not been there. A very nice lady to say the least.
Again, KILLER Milling job on the Baja Special/US 113 Senator reels.
Wayne
Postman came at 7pm today. I just finished disassembly & assembly about 1 hour ago of my now all silver US 113N with modified bridge from Tom. It just needs a gold eccentric lever. I've got the gold knob but just waiting for Alan C. to start production on aluminum offset arms. What beautiful parts with perfect fit from Cortez Conversions. Rudy
Tom,
I am also very interested in purchasing a set of these side plates. Sent you an email about 3 days ago.
Could you please check? I can also resend the email with my information.
Benjamin
Got my Donor Reel to start my Build
(https://alantani.com/gallery/36/20463_12_02_22_3_24_58_36383254.jpeg)
The Frame is beat up pretty bad but I can fix er up I think
(https://alantani.com/gallery/36/20463_12_02_22_3_24_52_36382762.jpeg)
Taking the Silver plates Tom says are DEFECTS ...lol and spiffing them up a Bit with some Candy Apple Anodizing Coating .
(https://alantani.com/gallery/36/20463_12_02_22_3_24_45_363802105.jpeg)
(https://alantani.com/gallery/36/20463_12_02_22_3_24_40_363792408.jpeg)
More L8tr
Tom,
Thank you so much for creating the custom plates and for helping me with my ordering.
I finally completed the upgrade last night. The most tricky part for me is to reinstall the jack.
I should have taken more pictures before disassembly.
The workmanship and details of the plates are amazing.
Between the double-dogs bridge and side plates, the humble 113N looks every bit as good as the TRQ
and I'd better it is as capable as well.
All I need now are some big groupers or sea-donkeys to do battle with !!!!
Wow !! Love it !!
Thanks for sharing
Always love your work Tom, the textured finish is a nice touch.
Mike
Hello All,
I just received the balance of my order from the finisher and here's the what I have:
4 black kits
5 Silver kits
These are the last ones from my first batch that I consider blemishes, even though none of you have found my issue!
Same price, $110.00 plus $5.00 shipping.
PM if you're interested!
Thanks,
Tom
Quote from: Aiala on October 03, 2021, 03:54:09 PMQuote from: Ron Jones on October 03, 2021, 04:04:05 AMTo quote Tom himself, "we're becoming girls!"
I can relate... pretty colors! ;) :D ;D
(https://i.imgur.com/rBFld4fl.jpg)
~A~
Someone likes "Avets"...
Cool
I have only one, a silver HXJ Raptor...
Hi Tom,
PM sent
Thanks
Jun