112H2H-What to do?

[spc7669]

A buddy saw the 4/0 build I did and wants me to do his 112H2H. I couldn't find this specific model in a forum search. If it's worth the upgrades, I have a budget of 150.00 for parts.

Any advice would be greatly appreciated.

[garking84]

With a 150 budget. I would go with a tib frame, BP ss gears, ss gear sleeve, and ss dog. Might as well go for the ss yoke and jack

[garking84]

Here's a pic of mine. If I remember correctly it has all ss guts except  for the bridge.

[alantani]

stainless steel gear sleeve and a jigmaster power handle at most.  don't dump alot of money into this reel. 

[spc7669]

Alan, forgive my lack of knowledge, but what makes this reel undesirable for a big upgrade job? The number of Senator variations is mind boggling.

I really enjoyed the 4/0 build, but I have a lot to learn about Senators and when to build and when to pass one by.

Thanks for your patience.

Patrick

[Tightlines667]

For  $150.. I'd put the following in her..

-new bearings (if needed) ($18)
https://www.mysticparts.com/PennParts/Parts/55-116.aspx

-SS gear sleeve ($48)

http://alantani.com/index.php?topic=13041.0

-SS Dog ($5)

https://www.mysticparts.com/PennParts/Custom/15-114HSS.aspx

-Alan Tani arm ($10)

http://alantani.com/index.php?topic=12786.0

-and Handle ($33)

http://alantani.com/index.php?topic=12785.0

-Brian's 6+1 drag stack, ($37)

http://alantani.com/index.php?topic=12788.0

-or a versa drag inserts kit (should be available very soon)

http://alantani.com/index.php?topic=16459.0

-Delron undergear washer ($2)

http://alantani.com/index.php?topic=15231.0

-Maybe a graphite-ringed rod clamp (if needed) ($12)

https://www.mysticparts.com/PennParts/Parts/33C-114H2.aspx

~$165 total +/- $20

Or just service the reel, and fish it.

John

"Edited as per Moderators to correct Scott's Bait & Tackle over to their new store name Mystic Reel Parts / www.mysticparts.com"

[spc7669]

John,

Thanks for the links. I'm going to pass along the info to the owner and see what he decides to do. In fairness, I think I'll tell him that for 150, a Penn Fathom 25 appears to be a lot of reel out of the box. A drag and sleeve upgrade would probably make a world of difference.

Patrick

[RowdyW]

Tightlines the man is talking about a 112H 3/0 not a 113H 4/0. As Alan said ss gear sleeve, ss dog, AT or Adams power handle, AT knob. That's all under $100 & saves him $50 for bait.

[Tightlines667]

John,

Thanks for the links. I'm going to pass along the info to the owner and see what he decides to do. In fairness, I think I'll tell him that for 150, a Penn Fathom 25 appears to be a lot of reel out of the box. A drag and sleeve upgrade would probably make a world of difference.

Patrick

No problem.  Alan and you b9th have good points.  For the m9ney.. sell the reel and spend the money on a fathom.

BTW.. I like your avatar 

[Tightlines667]

Tightlines the man is talking about a 112H 3/0 not a 113H 4/0. As Alan said ss gear sleeve, ss dog, AT or Adams power handle, AT knob. That's all under $100 & saves him $50 for bait.

Oops.

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Guess I should have read the title again.. lol

[spc7669]

John,

Thanks for the links. I'm going to pass along the info to the owner and see what he decides to do. In fairness, I think I'll tell him that for 150, a Penn Fathom 25 appears to be a lot of reel out of the box. A drag and sleeve upgrade would probably make a world of difference.

Patrick

No problem.  Alan and you b9th have good points.  For the m9ney.. sell the reel and spend the money on a fathom.

BTW.. I like your avatar 

Thank you. Biggest barracuda on fly. Caught it in Belize. One of the best fights I've ever had on a long rod.

[alantani]

if money is not an option, go for it!  i just always worry about the guys that are on a limited budget. 

http://alantani.com/index.php?topic=7535.0

[Ron Jones]

I really like this reel. I think the 4.8:1 SS gears are worth it. Especially with a drag upgrade, the 4:1 isn't slow enough for winching and I can't get a knife jig to work right at that speed either.

Ron

[spc7669]

Going further into the backstory....

This guy is my truck mechanic, an avid fisherman, and gear head. I think he sees the mechanical potential in these old reels just like we do. I think having a custom reel is very appealing to a guy like him BUT he likes to fish for sharks, nearshore, from a 20' boat. I've been reading on here for the last 4 hours and just don't think this is the right reel to hot rod for the job. For a little more dough, a Fathom or Okuma Andros single speed is better out of the box as I can build this one. If it was a 113 or 114H, I think I could make him really happy with a 150 dollar budget.

Heck, he's buying a an Okuma Solterra 20 from me, and if you've ever cracked one of those open, it's a whole lotta reel for the money.

I hate to turn it away because it would have been a fun project, but it's probably the right thing to do. Thank you all for the feedback.

[Shark Hunter]

The 112H is the smallest of the high speeds Pat. I don't think it has the groceries for Sharks.
A Bone stock 114H or a 9/0 can be had for a Benjamin and will fit that bill.