Newell S332-5 to S322-5 Conversion

[Tunacious]

I believe you'd have to replace the Newell 332 shaft with a 99 size shaft. This is the reverse of what I'm going to do with a couple 99 spools. I'm going to have a machinist replace the 99 shafts with Newell 332 shafts.

[BonitaBch]

I believe you'd have to replace the Newell 332 shaft with a 99 size shaft. This is the reverse of what I'm going to do with a couple 99 spools. I'm going to have a machinist replace the 99 shafts with Newell 332 shafts.

Hey Tunacious, I may want to get in on that ... I have an S332 that I would like an aluminum spool for.

[Anglewood]

Old thread, but I thought I'd chime in.

I have a Newell G-332F that I upgraded with a Tiburon frame and handle, Boca Bearings, and Bryan Young's Five Stack drag.  I have it mounted on a Super Seeker D8 and it is now my go-to surface iron rig.  In fact, last July, I was fortunate enough to catch a 41lb Cedros Yellow Tail using this exact rig.  The reel handled the fish no problem, and I was impressed with how well it handled and how smooth the drag was.  I'll put this rig against any of the modern options out there.  Here is a pic:



Newell's definitely still have their place in the west coast fishery.

-Connor

[vilters]

NICE fish Connor! I feel the same way about my 332's too 

[Bryan Young]

One sweet fish Connor.  Mine were no where near that size.

[GalvestonGuy]

I just picked up my first Newell. It is a S332-5 that looks like it is brand new. The drag feels smooth & it is loaded with new 40lb. mono. I plan on mating it with a Calstar 690J custom rod and hammering a few Bull Reds on the 61st St. Pier down here in Galveston, TX. Does that sound like a plan : )

[Newell Nut]

Yes Sir, The Newell 300 series is one tough reel and just handles like a dream.

Dwight

[45user]

Newbie here and got a question..so any of the 300 series can be converted to narrow using tiburon p21 frame?
Also I just got p322 and the spool rubs inside when testing free spool. Is there a remedy to fix this? I was told to play with the spool tensioner(?) on the side.
Thanks for your help
45

[bigggfish]

You can try to adjust the bearings by turning the screw like looking thing in the middle of each side plate (lefty loosey to back it off a touch).  Try it in about 1/8 turn increments on the side you hear "rubbing" and then if there is play in the spool tighten the other side a bit.  Now, it is a possibility if you hear "rubbing" or just noise, the bearings could be shot or you may need to add a shim.  They are easy to replace.  Go to ULUA junkies website and they have some good tutorial video's.
http://uluajunkies.com/maintenance.html

Good Luck.

[45user]

You can try to adjust the bearings by turning the screw like looking thing in the middle of each side plate (lefty loosey to back it off a touch).  Try it in about 1/8 turn increments on the side you hear "rubbing" and then if there is play in the spool tighten the other side a bit.  Now, it is a possibility if you hear "rubbing" or just noise, the bearings could be shot or you may need to add a shim.  They are easy to replace.  Go to ULUA junkies website and they have some good tutorial video's.
http://uluajunkies.com/maintenance.html

Good Luck.

Thanks for the link and the explanation!
45

[BonitaBch]

Anglewood, fantastic fish, good job man