hi all! First post on this forum, though I've been lurking and learning for a while. I recently got an old crappy Jigmaster off eBay for $20. I used your tutorial and a few new parts to get the reel working smooth as butter.
The previous repair gave me confidence to tackle a low profile baitcaster with a bad anti reverse bearing. I got this fixed up, but in the process realized that the drag had stuck itself onto the main gear. Like welded itself together. I got the drag washer ripped off, but it left a layer of papery felt (I think). I initially started trying to scrape it off with a screw driver, but was afraid I would scratch the surface of the gear. So I tried soaking in acetone and then painters solvent. But the damn thing is still leaving residue from the washer.
Once I get this cleaned up, I can put in a new washer (with some Cal's this time) and the reel will be fishable again. It's an Abu Garcia Black Max. It was/is my first and only baitcaster, so I want it working again. I know it's not high end, but I bought it to learn and practice bait casting. It only lasted a few fishing outings before the anti-reverse went out. I don't know how long the drags had been starting to stick.
On a separate note, I bought a new anti-reverse bearing. I wish I would have seen one of these threads earlier, because it looks like I could've saved $10 and just cleaned out the old one!
Welcome aboard, Rweakley--
Sounds like you might consider investing in a Dremel power tool with some wire wheel attachment bits...
And eye protection.
Easy job to get those old drag washers off that way.
Best,
Fred
Fred, I have a Dremel. I think my wire wheel may be worn just about all the way down, but I can pick up another. I was planning on polishing the brass gear with a polishing pad on the Dremel and some Brasso once the washer was cleaned off. Never thought about using a wire wheel, so thanks!
Just an update fellas, I used a flame on the stuck material followed by the wire wheel of a dremel. It came out clean as a whistle.
Now if I could just get my replacement drags in, I could reassemble the damn reel! They've been in order now for about a week and a half, and I haven't received a shipping notice yet! I gotta get my work bench cleaned up, because I have a power rod wrapper on the way, but I have parts all over it right now.
Good job, RW!
Sounds like you are doing and learning very well.
Best,
Fred