I would go with a 8WT.
It is beefy enough for Salmon/Steelhead.
If Money was not an issue, I go with the Sage XP (fast action,I don't have one but it feels nicer then my rod).
For the Budget Gloomis GL3 or Scott voyger.
Reels, well if on a budget, the Ross Cimarron or for a little more the Ross Gunnison or the Canyon is an excellent reel. Again if $ is not an issue
a sage 3400 or a Islander.
I think all of the above mentioned manufactures; have excellent customer service.