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#81
Beginner's Board / Re: Hardy Altex no.1 mk IV ref...
Last post by Woodbilly - April 30, 2024, 10:25:36 AM
Yes.

I'll keep everyone posted, as it progresses.
#82
Daiwa Tutorials and Questions / Re: How can you tell if a Daiw...
Last post by Reeltyme - April 30, 2024, 09:12:41 AM
Quote from: boon on April 30, 2024, 04:20:47 AM
Quote from: Reeltyme on April 29, 2024, 11:24:26 PMHow about a 2 year old Shimano Twin Power 8000 - parts discontinued!

Seems really odd, what model Twin Power and when?

It was a service job I did for a customer last year. He has 4 of the same reel. I contacted Shimano direct and first they asked "where did I get the reel" and then informed me it was not supported and parts were discontinued and unavailable. Thanks to Dave's in Tampa, I was able to find comparable parts for repair. This experience just reinforced my dislike for Shimano.


Quote from: happyhooker on April 30, 2024, 01:22:32 AM
Quote from: boon on April 29, 2024, 10:24:10 PMI mean that model is, give or take, 43 years old. How long is reasonable for a brand to keep parts for?

I dunno.  They advertised it as having a "never fail bail", so the obvious answer is as long as there is any demand.

Frank

I think we have different levels of "reasonable". My version doesn't extend to a manufacturer maintaining a functionally indefinite inventory of parts just in case someone out there is still using a reel they haven't produced for 3 decades... especially when it's a reel that was $25 new.
#83
Beginner's Board / Re: Hardy Altex no.1 mk IV ref...
Last post by Reeltyme - April 30, 2024, 09:05:34 AM
Thanks for posting this. Very helpful information not to mention a great restoration!
#84
Fly Reels / Van staal fly reel
Last post by Benni3 - April 30, 2024, 07:57:20 AM
Going down a rabbit hole 🐇 abel $1300 for a cool looking one and it's got cork drag washers,,,,, :o van staal is discontinued good prices so I got a 5to7wt with sa mpx line,,,, >:( I had to upgrade because cutting corners was a problem for this rainbow,,,,,, ;D
#85
Beginner's Board / Re: Hardy Altex no.1 mk IV ref...
Last post by Brewcrafter - April 30, 2024, 06:16:07 AM
Nice!  Nailing some crappie!  Be sure to keep us all posted on the #1 Altex looking forward to seeing the finished reel! - john
#86
Penn / Re: Tuning a Penn Spinfisher
Last post by oc1 - April 30, 2024, 05:35:06 AM
When I was growing up, if you had a plastic spool and were lucky enough to catch a large fish, then you would wind the line off and back on after you got home.  Otherwise, you could have a popped spool by the next time you went fishing.  A pleasant ritual given the circumstances.
#87
Daiwa Tutorials and Questions / Re: How can you tell if a Daiw...
Last post by boon - April 30, 2024, 04:20:47 AM
Quote from: Reeltyme on April 29, 2024, 11:24:26 PMHow about a 2 year old Shimano Twin Power 8000 - parts discontinued!

Seems really odd, what model Twin Power and when?


Quote from: happyhooker on April 30, 2024, 01:22:32 AM
Quote from: boon on April 29, 2024, 10:24:10 PMI mean that model is, give or take, 43 years old. How long is reasonable for a brand to keep parts for?

I dunno.  They advertised it as having a "never fail bail", so the obvious answer is as long as there is any demand.

Frank

I think we have different levels of "reasonable". My version doesn't extend to a manufacturer maintaining a functionally indefinite inventory of parts just in case someone out there is still using a reel they haven't produced for 3 decades... especially when it's a reel that was $25 new.
#88
Setting Up Your Reel to Go Fishing / Re: How do you make braid slip...
Last post by MarkT - April 30, 2024, 03:35:09 AM
The people who have it slip don't try as hard as you... which is why it slips!
#89
Beginner's Board / Re: Hardy Altex no.1 mk IV ref...
Last post by Woodbilly - April 30, 2024, 02:26:13 AM
Thank you!
Very confident, now, I can tear into my no.2 Altex without issue.
Lots of parts, but really not too bad.
I thought my Swiss made 1954 2 speed Benora Standard was far more tricky,but I didn't have to make any specialtools for it and it came out sweet. Lol
#90
The Great Northwest / Re: OHANA WEST PORT ALBACORE!!...
Last post by ReelFishingProblems - April 30, 2024, 02:16:22 AM
Spoke with the fine folks at the Tornado today. To cover the boat, the tip, and fish processing I will need $1090.00 by May 15th. Please send me a PM so we can work out the payment method. I prefer Zelle, but I can work with PayPal or Venmo.

Can't wait for the trip,
Nick
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