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Spinning Reel Rebuild Tutorials and Questions => D.A.M. Quick => Topic started by: foakes on September 04, 2018, 05:55:21 PM

Title: Best Large DAM Quick Ever...Probably
Post by: foakes on September 04, 2018, 05:55:21 PM
Complete disassemble, cleaning, service and Salt ready on a pair of DQ 5001's coming off the bench.

According to some experts, this is the best large DQ Spinner — ever...

I agree.

Here is a very detailed and complete report by Alan Hawk — whose work and judgement I respect greatly:

http://www.alanhawk.com/reviews/quk51.html

The materials and simple but clever engineering on these, is in a class of its own.

After this reel, the next DQ reels used plastic spools and other inferior parts to save $$$.

Best,

Fred
Title: Re: Best Large DAM Quick Ever...Probably
Post by: Dominick on September 04, 2018, 06:56:25 PM
Fred thanks again for your knowledge of the DAM Quicks.  It should fit right in with your unique collection.  I too appreciate Alan Hawkes reviews.  Dominick
Title: Re: Best Large DAM Quick Ever...Probably
Post by: steelfish on September 04, 2018, 11:32:37 PM
really nice words for that reel from the spinning reel guru.

seems that you have a really valuable gem there amigo
Title: Re: Best Large DAM Quick Ever...Probably
Post by: foakes on September 04, 2018, 11:58:21 PM
They are not mine, Alex —

I am servicing and restoring them for the guy who owns them.

Best,

Fred
Title: Re: Best Large DAM Quick Ever...Probably
Post by: mo65 on September 05, 2018, 12:09:30 AM
Wow! Sweet reel indeed! 8)
Title: Re: Best Large DAM Quick Ever...Probably
Post by: Gobi King on September 05, 2018, 01:33:39 AM
Fred,
I can't believe how heavy that reel is,

What is the purpose of the washer under the spool, does it provide additional drag too?

Thanks for sharing!
Title: Re: Best Large DAM Quick Ever...Probably
Post by: happyhooker on September 05, 2018, 02:31:29 AM
Read the Hawk piece in full; most interesting.  I suppose the smaller reels in the same series were as equally well built, just to a smaller standard. (?)

Frank
Title: Re: Best Large DAM Quick Ever...Probably
Post by: foakes on September 05, 2018, 04:46:44 AM
Quote from: Gobi King on September 05, 2018, 01:33:39 AM
Fred,
I can't believe how heavy that reel is,

What is the purpose of the washer under the spool, does it provide additional drag too?

Thanks for sharing!

Yes, with the oversize drags on top and under the spool, the resistance is both inline and also evenly applied pressure.  This reel puts out 40 pounds of drag, stock.

Right, Frank — the smaller reels are similar in design.

Alan H. stated a couple of things about the previous models that were not accurate — but that makes no difference in how robust and absolutely bulletproof these '01's are.

Grab a cup of coffee, and read completely Alan H's review.  It is impressive and sad at the same time.

Sad in the fact that this style of quality is not offered anymore.  Impressive in the crucially over-engineered and tough details that make this reel so capable.

Best,

Fred

Title: Re: Best Large DAM Quick Ever...Probably
Post by: shermanemma on September 09, 2018, 08:27:39 PM
Hi Fred,

Having recently gotten 3 of my DAM reels ;D back from you, I currently possess 6 DAM Quicks from this model series (two 1202s, two 2002s, one 3001, one 3002), one Finessa 265 (thanks!), and one Finessa 285 (paid $1 for it). You also sold me two Finessa 285s that I bequeathed to fishing buddies who love them.

I use all but the 3002 on an almost daily basis during bass season (now, here in Maine). While there are plenty of excellent reels on the market, these things work brilliantly, are bombproof, and they look mean yet sophisticated (unlike me!).

I'm certain that someday soon I'll purchase both a 4001 and a 5001 model, if your outing them here doesn't drive the price up beyond my reach!  :o

Be well,
Title: Re: Best Large DAM Quick Ever...Probably
Post by: gblauvelt on September 11, 2018, 02:16:22 AM
Definitely something I would like to find down the road.

How difficult are parts difficult to find for the 5001?
Title: Re: Best Large DAM Quick Ever...Probably
Post by: foakes on September 11, 2018, 02:25:33 AM
Quote from: gblauvelt on September 11, 2018, 02:16:22 AM
Definitely something I would like to find down the road.

How difficult are parts to find for the 5001?

Pretty scarce.

If you are going to fish the reel, which I highly encourage — I would find one that I liked, completely go through it to make it Salt Ready and capable — then buy an extra for parts.

I do not have parts for these — but since they are so strong — they seldom fail, except when abused or accidentally damaged — maybe just a bail spring, that is about it generally.

Best,

Fred

Title: Re: Best Large DAM Quick Ever...Probably
Post by: Reel 224 on September 11, 2018, 05:38:06 AM
I think I saw one on E-Bay. The smaller ones are pretty obtainable............................Joe> I would like to find a 5001 in good shape.
Title: Re: Best Large DAM Quick Ever...Probably
Post by: gblauvelt on September 11, 2018, 12:04:32 PM
I think the recent eBay one sold.  There is one on Orange County Craigslist, if anyone lives out that way.  Problem with craigslist is that I always seem to find stuff the day I am leaving an area.

Looks like any condition gets above $50 and the better looking ones and ones with boxes get closer/over $150.  That's been my hesitation thus far.  Really nice reel, but one of the more expensive DQ reels, and I want two to have parts.

Has anyone ever found one of these at a yard sale?

Title: Re: Best Large DAM Quick Ever...Probably
Post by: Chuck750ss on September 14, 2018, 02:37:45 AM
Quote from: foakes on September 05, 2018, 04:46:44 AM
Quote from: Gobi King on September 05, 2018, 01:33:39 AM
Fred,
I can't believe how heavy that reel is,

What is the purpose of the washer under the spool, does it provide additional drag too?

Thanks for sharing!



Grab a cup of coffee, and read completely Alan H's review.  It is impressive and sad at the same time.

Sad in the fact that this style of quality is not offered anymore.  Impressive in the crucially over-engineered and tough details that make this reel so capable.

Best,

Fred

Love the 01 reels. Imagine these reels made today with the same quality, instant ar, and sealed like the higher end Shimano's. What could have been.
Going to spool my 5001 one of these days and carry it catfishing on the Arkansas and/or Mississippi rigged for big blues.
Title: Re: Best Large DAM Quick Ever...Probably
Post by: handyandy on September 20, 2018, 01:45:05 PM
Alan's review of the 5001 was awesome finally read it all the way through. I don't have any large reels from that series, but I do have 1000, 1001, 2001, and then I can't remember I believe another is a 1202? I need to get back on working on my reels and go through those ones. Just this last year has been busy with lots of other things fixing up my old reels I score has been on the back burner.

Fred I know the parts are much scarcer for these series, but on my 1000 and 1001 both are missing the little side cap that covers the open side you don't have the handle screwed into. Also the asbestos drags I know the asbestos is a great drag material and I will most likely run it in these reels is it better off dry or greased? It seems like greasing it would help I know on my 2001 when messing with it some the drag is kind of jerky, but it's also dry I would think some cals would help it the same as it does carbon fiber.
Title: Re: Best Large DAM Quick Ever...Probably
Post by: foakes on September 20, 2018, 03:03:57 PM
Asbestos is more effective dry, Andy.

However, if you could substitute a very thin, lightly greased CF — that would be superior for smoothness at any drag range.

I have a couple of 1000's for personal use — and one is missing the opposite side crank cap also.

If I can't find one somewhere? — I will likely look around for a cap that might fit.  Maybe in a hobby store where they sell small parts — hardware store — drug store — or one of the folks on our site.

The caps for the 265's are slightly too large.

If you ever find an extra, send one my way — I would appreciate it!

If I find something that fits and looks good and secure — I will send it to you.

Glad you watched Alan Hawk's breakdown and evaluation of the 5001— he doesn't miss much.  And like our Alan — I trust his judgement, experience, and research 110%

Best,

Fred



Title: Re: Best Large DAM Quick Ever...Probably
Post by: handyandy on September 20, 2018, 03:33:09 PM
Agreed both Alan's are extremely knowledgeable, I enjoy Alan Hawk's break downs and articles over reels very thorough to say the least.

Yeah I tried a 265 cap as well and found they were too large as well. I'll keep my eyes peeled for something, I imagine original dam ones are probably like finding a needle in a hay stack. We have some caps here at work for capping off ends of lines to keep debris out of them when we have them disconnected to work on something maybe one of the smaller ones might work I'll have to see. I really need to go through my 1000 and 1001 they will be great reels for fishing. The 1001 came with an extra reel that is missing the bail and line roller I've been on the fence about trying to find a bail for it so it could be used or just leaving it be as a parts reel.
Title: Re: Best Large DAM Quick Ever...Probably
Post by: mo65 on September 20, 2018, 04:15:18 PM
Quote from: foakes on September 20, 2018, 03:03:57 PM
Asbestos is more effective dry, Andy.

   I agree Fred, greasing asbestos gives the same effect as greasing old asbestos brake shoes. No stoppy Kemosabe...HA! I get the best performance from asbestos by keeping it dry while smoothing and cleaning the metal washers. The least little imperfection and asbestos will chatter. It can be made to work pretty darn good, but greased carbon fiber is so much more forgiving. 8)
Title: Re: Best Large DAM Quick Ever...Probably
Post by: happyhooker on September 21, 2018, 01:51:00 AM
I had trouble finding a handle hole cap for an old Berkley.  Even went to Fastenal to see what they had & came home empty.  It is a screw in type.  Ended up using one of those "Christmas Tree" fasteners that are used to hold plastic fender shields on cars.  Found one where the cap was small enough to cover the hole, yet the "tree" part was big enough to fit in the hole and stay.  Of course, it can be removed if need be.

Frank