ChuckE,
When I get involved with building a rod I get really wrapped up in it. I'm the same way with jig-saw puzzles. For some reason the focus I put into it is addicting. I can build a rod from pieces to product in one day. The wife gets a little perturbed with me for not being a contributing member of the family during this time but that's the way I am. I'm lucky to have a wife that puts up with me. She's a blessing.
God Bless,
Lotech Joe