9/0 broken post on plate for dog spring

[Indyfisher]

Doing some reel prep and cleaning, I ran into a problem where the post in the side plate that supports the dog spring literally looked like it sheared off. Instead of buying a new plate this one will get cut for double dogs and found some parts and inspiration to fix it without possible failure.

[Indyfisher]

I found some pins that very similar to the sleeve pins but about 4mm in diameter. Drilled a small pilot hole at the broken post and worked up to 11/64th to allow for some epoxy to hold it in place. Only drilled certain depth as marked on the bit so the post had enough clearance and support.

[Indyfisher]

And it's stainless. 

[TheReelShop]

I was just going to offer that advice but you nailed it. Looks good, keep us posted.

[Shark Hunter]

Nice Save!

[Bill B]

Gonna add that to the tool box....Bill

[sdlehr]

Nice save! How'd the milling of the plate for the second dog go?

[Indyfisher]

I didn't take pics of the second dog but it turned out okay after a few attempts. Started by removing as little as possible, Daron is right it sounds like a machine gun. Especially with the wiper blade springs.

[mizmo67]

Nice salvage job!

[Bryan Young]

Don't you just love when a plan comes together.

[Indyfisher]

Don't you just love when a plan comes together.

It makes up for all the ones that don't and leave you frustrated for a few days until you have that simple solution just pop in your head.