Need to remove/replace clicker/button on old 500

[Joel.B]

I see 35-60 clicker tongue and 36-60h button on MysticParts but I dont know how they attach

Is there a clip?

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

[RowdyW]

Hi Joel, dremel off the old click button with a grind stone & peen a new one in place over a block of wood. This type doesn't use a clip.               Rudy

[Alto Mare]

Good advice from Rudy.
I just want to mention to use soft wood,  something like pine...not oak or maple. It is also a good idea to place a rag over the piece of wood.
The clicker is very soft, small blows with the hammer will get it done.

[Joel.B]

Ooohhhhh I  seeee

So the replacement jobbers are made to be peened?

The other reels I have done had the c-clip option, I assumed the Jigmaster would too



Thanks very much guys. 

[Alto Mare]

I'm sure you could do the same on the jigmasters, but you would need to rig something up. I know that you're good with tools, so here is your chance to shine



Lee, can you make us some clicker buttons and tongues out of stainless so we could use the c-clip on those?

[Joel.B]

113h clicker is huuuuge- and post is a little long but I have one I can shorten up and then cut a groove into for the clip.  Maybe OVERSIZE clicker buttons will be the new thing......

[bluefish69]

Good advice from Rudy.
I just want to mention to use soft wood,  something like pine...not oak or maple. It is also a good idea to place a rag over the piece of wood.
The clicker is very soft, small blows with the hammer will get it done.

I just saw your post after I got the 3# Lump Hammer & 3/4 X 12 Bull Point to peen over the button.