Picked it up for parts , a couple 3 voices in my head talked me into it . The pictures didn't look to bad , the listing stated that it was locked up . Well it's in my hand now and this is what I found .
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The handle wanted to move a little . The pinion shaft and the spool shaft are frozen together.
So i popped it open ::) ::) . Surprize surprize didn't expect this judging from the over all look of the reel .
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As of now it is taking long bath in penetration oil
That is no hill — for a mountain climber like you, Joe —
Can't wait to see it after you are done.
If you need any parts, just let me know.
Best, Fred
The abuse people bestow on fishing reels amazes me. ::) Considering its present doctor it will be working like new in no time. :)
Quote from: Midway Tommy on October 14, 2021, 05:19:16 AM
The abuse people bestow on fishing reels amazes me. ::) Considering its present doctor it will be working like new in no time. :)
Well this doctor does not have access to a autoclave ::) :-X so it`s the next best thing i have is the " bubble bath "
It took awhile but it cleaned up well
Looks amazing, Joe —
And it will work fine for another 20 years as is.
But I am thinking that it could benefit from these parts — and a bearing, and all new washers throughout.
If this would help, and if you don't already have these parts — I'll send them out N/C.
Best, Fred
This is a testament to the inportance of using GO9D METALS inside a reel. The fact that it cleaned up at all
Nice so far! I figured the good doctor would do his magic! :)
Don't forget to promenade the patient once he's completely healed. ;D
Wow, it looked like someone injected saltwater into the gear box and rotor, and just left it.
Quote from: foakes on October 15, 2021, 10:28:26 PM
Looks amazing, Joe —
And it will work fine for another 20 years as is.
But I am thinking that it could benefit from these parts — and a bearing, and all new washers throughout.
If this would help, and if you don't already have these parts — I'll send them out N/C.
Best, Fred
I thank you Fred for the offer of parts . As of now the only part that is "maybe needed " is the drag nut . It did not come with the chrome retainer ring. I am trying to choose my words carefully , this reel will be Resurrected . This reel makes me wonder how is it possible . The main bearing did not have shields on it and was packed with sand . After soaking it , I went to buff the shaft clean so i can remove the bearing . 8 inch bench grinder with a wire wheel 3600 rpms
I am holding the bearing and the shaft is spinning with no bumping or vibration it spun like a new bearing . I held the shaft and spun the bearing with the buffer at speed which is a no no with only the penetrating oil residue . I had to put a little grease on the bearing out of guilt so it won't surface rust
A sand packed bearing and i thought about surface rust , I am still scratching my head in bewilderment . All the brass parts have a tarnished look to them , no pits all still good .
The noise damper is iffy it`s still there . I will have a better idea after a dry run fitting .
The paint was worn in places and bubbled up in other places from salt , yet no pitting in the castings .
I did stripped off the remaining paint and cleaned up the parting lines in the casting . I shot a chrome base coat as of now .........
I just shot these with the Metalcast anodized red . Once they dry out i will shoot some clear on top .
I think it will help make it pop , plus the added protection . Two Before clear top coat pictures one in artificial light and one in day light .
Than it may be a few day to really dry before I assemble the reel .
Looks great, Joe —
Besides the drag nut — let me know if there is anything else you need.
Leaving town for 8 days on Tuesday — so would need to know by mañana.
Best, Fred
You have skills my man. Wow!
Quote from: foakes on October 17, 2021, 11:02:06 PM
Looks great, Joe —
Besides the drag nut — let me know if there is anything else you need.
Leaving town for 8 days on Tuesday — so would need to know by mañana.
Best, Fred
I won't Know until after the first of the month what i will need !!! My wife and i are going up north to a family gathering .
Quote from: Shark Hunter on October 17, 2021, 11:11:34 PM
You have skills my man. Wow!
Naaa Just time and patience !!!!!!
That's really slick Joe. Why t the chrome base coat instead of some sort of primer? Or, are they the same thing?
Quote from: oc1 on October 18, 2021, 04:32:34 AM
That's really slick Joe. Why t the chrome base coat instead of some sort of primer? Or, are they the same thing?
Ummmmmm You know when you use something or assemble something , than you read the instructions .......
I have used this paint in the past without doing a base coat . This Special reel i am trying the base coat and see what happens .
Hopefully a more even color will result .
Well I put it back together again , it will be interesting to see how long the paint will last .
That Candy Apple looks pretty sharp! An undercoat gives it a really nice base! 8) Hopefully you gave it a couple of clear coats to make it last.
Sharp, Joe —
What a transformation from junk to another 40 years of fishing!
Best, Fred
Quote from: Midway Tommy on November 03, 2021, 04:16:28 PM
That Candy Apple looks pretty sharp! An undercoat gives it a really nice base! 8) Hopefully you gave it a couple of clear coats to make it last.
The base chrome help a lot and i did spray on two coats of clear .. Time will tell .
Quote from: oldmanjoe on November 03, 2021, 08:10:39 PMThe base chrome help a lot and i did spray on two coats of clear .. Time will tell .
did you used 2k automotive clear coat or clear aerosol from dupli-color can ?
I used clear aerosol from dupli-color
ok, I did the same to a shimano torium 16hg that was showing an ugly case of corrosion under the paint on just certain zones of the reel and right sideplate, I will upload some pictures in a chance, I also used clear coat from dupli-color because my friend didnt wanted to spend much on it and eventho I told him that sanding and painting reels is not something I know he told me to do anything on it, whatever you do it will make it look better he said.
To be honest , for a working reel I like Rust-oleum Metallic paint & primer in one .
It sticks to the metal much better . clear coat it let it dry for a few days . Put line back on a fish it .
The last reel picture you can see that the dupli.color does not stick well to the chrome .
still many details I didnt bothered to try to fix without having to sanding the whole frame or sideplate, but as my friend said, now it looks 3x better than before ^-^ ^-^ .
this grey pait was also Rust-oleum metallic for outdoor use
That`s 100% better
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Nice job!
Quote from: Milan S on October 03, 2023, 05:09:00 AMNice job!
Thank you . Have you doing any more work on your Dam Quick reels ?
For now not. They are in maximum use. At the moment I don't see a way to improve them. The implemented improvements work as well as possible. I have to admit that I spoiled my hand with lighter equipment, but I have the most confidence in this German indestructible equipment. On the other hand, when I appear somewhere on the water, my colleagues find it very interesting and amazing how it all works.