Penn 975LD - More drag

[panamajim]

Hello Alan,

Is it possible to increase the drag on a Penn 975LD by re-configuring the bellevilles? Other options?

Thank you, Jim

[alantani]

jim, you can, but 10 pound of drag is really all that the reel can handle anyway. plus, it totally messes up the spacing.  i'd leave it. it's a great reel, but the drag range is limited.  fish it with straight 20# mono and 5 pounds of drag and you will be happy for life!

[panamajim]

Thank you Alan...all these years, if only I knew all I needed was 20# mono and 5#'s of drag!
Seriously, thanks much, you probably saved my reel from a horrible death.! - Jim