MXJ "Anti Reverse"

[elnath]

I have an Avet MXJ (single speed 5.8:1) that has developed an annoying "feature"...no "anti-reverse" that is at least what I would call it if it was a spinning reel.  Basically the drag will only engage if I hold the handle, otherwise the handle just turns in the opposite direction.

I'm relatively confident of my star drags, but I never take apart the levers other than very basic bearing oiling.  Anybody have any likely suggestions, or do I just need to send it off for some TLC?

[hafnor]

the reel is supported by one dog... there might be a spring or wire that isn´t functioning that well. Just take it apart and find out... lever drags are easier than star drags IMO

[Keta]

Crud under the plate that holds the dog can cause this, clean it out and grease it.

[Dr. Jekyll - AKA MeL B]

while on this topic (MXJ anti-reverse) has anyone installed a 2nd dog?

[Keta]

I looked into it but it will take some mill work that I don't want to do to my reels.

[alantani]

the older reels had a double dog.