calcutta ct200b drag washers

[deepwater]

Started to repair a hand me down calcutta.  went to shimano's site and order parts for ct200b.  everything fit except the larger drag washer.  I have the silver calcutta 200. Anyone know why the drag washer doesnt fit into place.  Or any info how to get new drag washer for this reel

[Bryan Young]

I personally would not use Shimano's drag washers for these reels.  Contact SmoothDrag (Dawn) and she will have a carbon fiber set for you.  Smoothdrag.com

[deepwater]

Thanks bryan, just checked out smoothdrag.com and realized my reel is a calcutta 200A. I will order those soon.  Also is cal's grease the way to go? i will be servicing many tiagras in the future and i am looking for a top quality drag grease.

[Bryan Young]

Cal's is the best on the market today. Depending on how many reels you may be doing, you may want to consider the 1# size. Vs 1 oz.