Just picked up a NIB CS501.
Any recommendations on upgrades? Drags? Should I look for spare parts?
Any pointers to pass on?
Putting it on my Calstar 800ML deckhand and plan to over use it. Maybe a heavier rod?
Comments are welcome.
standard bearing service, grease the drags, light coat of grease everywhere else, handle grip upgrade options. i added a 3/0 grip. i have a dozen 501's and 551's scattered through the garage, somewhere, and a few extra parts, but not much. at 15 pounds of drag, you will likely damage the gears. stay with 50# spectra and a 30# topshot with 10 pounds of drag and the reel will serve you well for years to come!
Thanks!
Thought you'd be busy packing...
almost done. now, where was that reel bag........ ;D