That darn dog spring

[AlasKen]

I tore down my first reel today.  It was a 113 HW. The star drag was basically frozen.  Took it apart based on what I had read.  I took care with the dog spring.  Set it in my tray with a clean rag to set my parts on as I took them off.  My drag washers were stuck together and slightly corroded to the side of the main gear.  Got it apart and polished the metals and tossed the CF washers.  They were burned slick.  Cal's creased the news ones up and started back together.  Everything went well until I reached for the dog spring.  It was gone.  It must have hitched a ride on something on the tray.  I went ahead and completed the build without the spring and will be ordering 1 or 4 on Tuesday.  I have 7 Penn's so doubt this will be the last.  The good news is the 5 washer starch seems to be working.  Thanks for the tutorials.  Made quick work of it.  Ken

[Keta]

The spring is with the missing socks.   


I try to keep several of each in stock.

[foakes]

Hi Ken --

These Dogs are not very loyal, and you did everything right.

If shipping is a hassle, or expensive -- I can just send a couple regular mail at N/C -- just to get you by until you place a larger order that makes more sense, shipping wise.

Many times I find them on the side of my grease tub -- or they miraculously appear after I put my reading glasses back on.

Since you have that many reels that you service -- eventually, you should have a dozen on hand.

Best,

Fred

[AlasKen]

Thanks for offer.  PM sent. 

Hi Ken --

These Dogs are not very loyal, and you did everything right.

If shipping is a hassle, or expensive -- I can just send a couple regular mail at N/C -- just to get you by until you place a larger order that makes more sense, shipping wise.

Many times I find them on the side of my grease tub -- or they miraculously appear after I put my reading glasses back on.

Since you have that many reels that you service -- eventually, you should have a dozen on hand.

Best,

Fred

[foakes]

Hi Ken --

(2) new 14-99 dog springs addressed and ready to mail off tomorrow, since today is Memorial Day.

Appreciate the offer to return these -- but not necessary -- have more than plenty.

Just show us some more good pics of your work, and your fishing trips.

Nice country up in Alaska.

Best,

Fred

[Dominick]

I stick the spring on a magnet.  As long as I don't "sproing" it across the room it is always available when I need it.  Dominick

[handi2]

I keep at least 10 extra of those springs..!! They are magnetic so always check your screwdrivers and tools to see if it's stuck to one. I lose them all the time.

[AlasKen]

Thanks for the hints on magnetism.  I will order a bunch next order.  Ken